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    gowest789 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 28, 2010, 06:10 PM
    Floor lamp keeps burning out light bulbs
    Hi,

    I have two "torchiere" style floor lamps from Home Depot that I love because they takes 2 150 watt medium-based bulbs.

    After a few years of use, both of the lamps are in need of repair.

    On one lamp, only one of the two light bulb receptacles works, and the other doesn't seem to work at all.

    On the other lamp, one of the light bulb receptable instantly burns out the bulb as soon as I put it in and turn on the power.

    Is it possible for me to fix them myself, or do I need to call an electrician?

    Thanks so much for your help.
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    bolen electric Posts: 17, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 1, 2010, 09:30 AM

    With minimal mechanical apptitude you could replace sockets on the fixtures. High wattage bulbs over time probably killed the sockets. Make sure the lamp is unplugged while working on it.
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