I just bought 7 strings of these and one section keeps going out. Is this loose bulb, or defect that I need to return whole string?
156369
I would return the whole string. We bought 8 boxes of these and haven't had any go out. It sounds as though that strand is defective.
156370
It could be a defective strand i suppose. I would double check the 2 weather proof connections each end of the strand to make sure theres a positive connection. Outside of that i would recommend contacting the manufacturer. Hope this helps
156371
I have six set's of lights and I haven't had any issues with them. I did notice that when you are attaching one set to another it helps to loosen the plastic collars and slide them out of the way. This allows you to see that the male and female connectors are in all the way before you screw them back together.
156372
From what I understand these LEDs arent supposed to go out like that in segments. Each bulb should not effect the others, I would return the whole thing.
1821401
probably was a bad bulb, same thing happened to me. I think these actually may be counterfeit and Amazon is unaware. I have learned that the copies are so good that only the OEM can tell. Sorry don't know how to get a refund.
92071
my apologies but this item was purchased as a gift. Since bulbs are very inexpensive I would suggest going to a local hardware store or lighting supply and they should be able to help you find a replacement or provide you with the replacement number.
718225
Might be from dust that is getting burnt from the heat of the new bulb. Try some compressed air to blow the dust out.
614976
Hi, check eBay or Amazon.com! If not contact the Seller and let them know that the bulb arrived broken and to send a replacement. Insist on it because the last thing they want is a negative review. Good luck!
1927306
Not really, never had problems with the little bulb, maybe that one is defective or the formula your using is causing it
1257209
Mine did the same thing, after about 20-30 hours of use it stopped. The bulb will also occasionally flicker, though this didn't begin until it reached about 500 hours. For the money, I had no real complaints, but if you can afford it, I would go for the factory original...... most of these aftermarket bulbs do odd things, and rarely do they work perfectly out the box.
2076031
The bulbs in mine quit working fairly reg. I sent a set back because the light went out within a week, they really need to improve the setup...The last few times the bulb quit I was able to get it working again by clearing the contact points (screw heads ) where the top connects to the bottom. I loosened the small Phillip's screws and retightened them on the wire then I used a tooth pick in the bulb holder to bend the contact points away from the side so it would contact the bulb. So far this has fixed mine the last 3 times they quit. As far as a bulb the only thing I found that MIGHT work is they sell a replacement lcd bulb for the old 3v MINI- MAG flashlights I found one a Lowes $5 for (2) but I haven't tried one yet..It is nice to have the Lights working I hope Hobbs fixes the poor workmanship of the lights I really like the salt & pepper set.
948523
Mine did the same thing, turned off randomly. Sometimes would stay on with no problem. I replaced the bulb with a genuine OEM bulb from Phillips and the problem stopped. The bulbs they sell are not oem as I can tell from when I got the oem part they have differences. Mine starting going out a couple months from purchase just like yours.
944796
Is it just 1 bulb or both that cut off? If it's just one, try to swap bulbs left to right, right to left To see if any work. If the same bulb is cut off and the other bulb works, it could be a faulty bulb and you should return. If the bulb that cuts off works on the other side, I would suggest checking the fuse.
1462905
You can either try another lightbulb (simple recommendation, I know). The other option is to get a multi-meter to check the voltage/resistance of the light. Finally, you can send it back for a replacement. A single bulb going bad is hardly a reason to send it back. Most things are made in China so try another one before RMA'ing the product.
2242757
mine is also that vintage - same bulbs as indicated - The less expensive bulbs don't seem to last - I've had a couple that didn't last 2 weeks - fortunately the let place I bought them refunded my complete order when I complained- vey good! I'm trying the new LED bulbs to see if their lifetime is better. I bought the suction cup to unscrew the bulb a long time back - Almost any hardware store should have something similar - a cup holder with suction cup sounds about the right size. Caution - for a blown bulb, sometimes the suction cup simply pulls the glass from the front of the bulb - need a part of needle node pliers to get the bulb out if this happens.
220999
I have not had to replace any bulbs and I have 7 lights and 1 spot light in one line. What gauge wire did you use? I used 12 gauge wire so I am able to use more that I have now? If you use used a smaller gauge wire that would be your problem. My email address is flintstone45@comcast.net if you have any other questions.
2267537
buy a new unit. for the price of these new if you have a few of the LEDS go out you should just buy a new unit. they are not worth messing with. I have 3 lamps go out on mine after a few hours. they sent me a new one.
1255580
Hi Jim, sounds like the bulbs have manufacturing defects. I did not have any rattles in the ones I ordered, I have ordered 10 so far and have replaced 3 old units with these new ones. I suspect the rattle is caused by the filament assemblies coming loose from their bases. The filaments are used to start the gas reaction that causes the bulb coatings to glow. The bulbs will not light without intact filament assemblies. I recommend returning the bulbs for replacement.
638096
What kind of lights are you using? I had this issue with LED lights... adding an incandescent light in the string took care of the problem for me.
1372776
I had the same problem with all 3 I bought. Its a quality problem from the factory. I ended up having to scrap them and buy different fixtures from a different vendor and manufacturer.