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    g1wilson Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 18, 2007, 10:39 PM
    Newer dimmer not dimming after replacing wall lights
    I replaced two wall lights today, 6 incandescent bulbs, total 240 watts. They turned on, but would not dim. The dimmer is a newer, less than 2 years, a Leviton or Lutron, toggle style dimmer.
    Should I replace the dimmer?
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    Jul 19, 2007, 05:30 AM
    Disconnect one wire from dimmer, if lights go out. Replace dimmer.
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