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[rickross23]

I don't know what's wrong. I think its my light. It's a current t5 and i run the day light and i hear a loud, violent popping noise. Any ideas? Please help.

 

[btldreef]

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Originally Posted by rickross23 http:///t/391477/help#post_3471880
I don't know what's wrong. I think its my light. It's a current t5 and i run the day light and i hear a loud, violent popping noise. Any ideas? Please help.
Yikes! It it only happening when the light is on?
Did it get splashed with water?

 

[2quills]

Electricity is arcing (shorting). I would shut it off and find out what's causing it, otherwise It's a fire hazard right now and could just cause more damage. Open it up and check inside...you'll probably see something has smoked.

 

[rickross23]

I'll try. !

 

[2quills]

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Originally Posted by rickross23 http:///t/391477/help#post_3471909
I'll try. !
If you don't know what you're doing you should really get someone experienced who can help. I don't know how old you are but I wouldn't recommend tinkering with electronics to minors or especially without a moderately descent understanding of how they work. Safety First!

 

[rickross23]

I have a helper...I'm really scared of what's wrong...ill try tomorrow or this weekend....got work right now. What's a light fixture you guys recommend for my 4' tank, if mine breaks?.!?

 

[rickross23]

Can it be a heater? I am almost positive one of the cheap heaters that came with the tank was flashing.....if it is, is the best alternative to replace the heater?

 

[2quills]

Whatever is making the popping sound is what I'd replace. Things aren't supposed to pop. So I'd find it and go from there.

 

[rickross23]

That's what i plan on doing....good nights sleep to all...hopefully I wake to no popping noise.