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    george c29 Posts: 8, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 21, 2007, 05:13 PM
    Ceiling fan light bulb
    I have a 4 light ceiling fan in which one light constantly burns out. When a new bulb is replace it burns out repeatedly. What might cause this constant burn out?
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    Nov 21, 2007, 05:38 PM
    If the socket holder rivet(inside bulb socket)is loose, it will be a loose connection and generate heat,may be what is blowing bulb.
    Or the replacement bulbs are a bad batch.
    I would use an existing bulb put in where bulb blows. Install a new bulb in the newly vacated socket.
    See What blows, the new Bulb, or the bulb in the socket.
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    Nov 21, 2007, 05:39 PM
    Fan vibration could affect one bulb more than another or poor air circulation. Any chance of either condition fitting your situation?
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    Nov 22, 2007, 11:02 AM
    Comment on ballengerb1's post
    Because I now have a clue as to what might be causing my problem. I will pursue the reccomendation. Thank you.
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    Nov 22, 2007, 11:03 AM
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    I will certainly pursue you recommendation. Thanks for your help.
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    Nov 23, 2007, 01:31 AM
    What type of fan light is this? The theory of checking the socket is a good one.
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    Nov 23, 2007, 02:02 PM
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    The answer received from this party seems interested in purchasing the fan rather than finding a solution to repair what is now the problem
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    Nov 23, 2007, 02:31 PM
    What in the world are you talking about?
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    Nov 23, 2007, 06:09 PM
    Hey George, hope all is well, Ceilingfanrepair is trying to help you with the problem.
    The remark at the bottom referring to interest in old fans are on all of his post. Not directed to your question, Good Luck.
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    Nov 25, 2007, 07:45 PM
    Yep, Ceilings comment is a general siging off thing, not part of the answer. He is definitely trying to help you.
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    Nov 26, 2007, 02:17 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Stratmando
    Hey George, hope all is well, Ceilingfanrepair is trying to help you with the problem.
    The remark at the bottom refering to interest in old fans are on all of his post. Not directed to your question, Good Luck.

    Hi Stratmando: Thanks for straightening me out. I am new at this and misunderstood
    Ceilingfanrepair's motive. I will take my licks and learn from them.. :o
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    Nov 26, 2007, 02:25 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by ballengerb1
    Yep, Ceilings comment is a general siging off thing, not part of the answer. He is definitely trying to help you.

    Hi ballengerb1. I heard from others telling me the same. I responded by telling them that
    Since I am new at this, I misunderstood his/her (Ceilings) intentions.
    Have learned a lesson and will be careful in the future. Thanks for
    Setting me straight.
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