Halides just shutting off??????

Discussion in 'Metal Halide Aquarium Lighting' started by vegasfish, May 25, 2009.

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  1. Siddique

    Siddique Dragon Wrasse

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    I see... Then it's most likely the ballasts overheating like others mentioned. I like to use those small, clip-on or desktop fans to cool mine because they don't take up much room at all;)
     
    Siddique, May 25, 2009
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  2. vegasfish

    vegasfish Feather Star

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    I just lowered the right side fixture. THen slide them more into the middle opening the vents on each side. I tested the fans and they are working. I am running a test I'll let you know how it goes.
     
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    I figured out the problem. I had all for ballasts wired to one timer. For whatever reason it would work for 20 min. then shut off. I seperated them to 2 ballasts per timer and now it works like a champ.
     
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