Lights Of America(?)

MasterBlaster · 07-24-2003, 01:38 PM

If anyone is familar with that light that a lot of people are using over their refugium(from Lowes,I think) called something like 'Lights Of America"(?), I have a question;
Can it be operated with a timer? Or is it one of those lights you have to hold for a sec to turn on?
I want to get this light if a timer can start it. Thanks!

**Poseidon** · 07-24-2003, 04:25 PM

Yes u can operate it with a Timer... But you may also want to make sure the light get plenty of cool air, maybe add a few holes in the plastic case and have a fan blowing towards the light, I've heard of a few of the overheating.

Another option is to use a regular "shop light" with plant grow bulbs thats what I use and my calurpa really took off...

almostdiva · 07-24-2003, 04:41 PM

MB,

I've had mine for over a year. No problems with overheating. You can get them at Lowe's or Home Depot, whichever. They are cheap and come in various lengths. I have mine on a standard light timer. No problems, no worries.

Rebecca

MasterBlaster · 07-24-2003, 05:41 PM

Cool, guys, THANKS!!!

Bgywrinkle · 08-02-2003, 06:49 AM

The model I'm using is the LOA 9266.

I currently have 5 going -- 4 are over 1 1/2 years old. however it took 4 returns to get a 5 that worked. My original 5th lamp started to flash, so I figured replace it -- wrong -- 4 replacements. 1 failed immediately, 2 failed within 12 hours and the 4th went 2 days. the 5th replacement has been going for over a month -- I just checked it to be sure. I think LOA lights are great -- but they nee to clean up their QC on balast components.

There is anothe Manufacturer that uses the same 65w bulb but can't remember the name -- will search and ger back if I find it. I could not find the product anywhere (lowes,HD,Walmart etc.)

Just my 2 Cents.

Regards,
Don

MasterBlaster · 08-02-2003, 08:02 AM

Thanks for the heads - up, Don. I will definitely hang on to the receipt!

07-24-2003, 01:38 PM	#1
MasterBlaster guy who climbs trees Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Alexandria, LA Posts: 104	Lights Of America(?) If anyone is familar with that light that a lot of people are using over their refugium(from Lowes,I think) called something like 'Lights Of America"(?), I have a question; Can it be operated with a timer? Or is it one of those lights you have to hold for a sec to turn on? I want to get this light if a timer can start it. Thanks! __________________ "I do work few people understand." www.masterblasterhome.com

08-02-2003, 06:49 AM	#5
Bgywrinkle Tenant Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Peabody, MA Posts: 65	The model I'm using is the LOA 9266. I currently have 5 going -- 4 are over 1 1/2 years old. however it took 4 returns to get a 5 that worked. My original 5th lamp started to flash, so I figured replace it -- wrong -- 4 replacements. 1 failed immediately, 2 failed within 12 hours and the 4th went 2 days. the 5th replacement has been going for over a month -- I just checked it to be sure. I think LOA lights are great -- but they nee to clean up their QC on balast components. There is anothe Manufacturer that uses the same 65w bulb but can't remember the name -- will search and ger back if I find it. I could not find the product anywhere (lowes,HD,Walmart etc.) Just my 2 Cents. Regards, Don __________________ May you be the kind of person your dog thinks you are.

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07-24-2003, 04:25 PM	#2
Poseidon Moderator Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Swartz Creek, MI Posts: 6,261	Yes u can operate it with a Timer... But you may also want to make sure the light get plenty of cool air, maybe add a few holes in the plastic case and have a fan blowing towards the light, I've heard of a few of the overheating. Another option is to use a regular "shop light" with plant grow bulbs thats what I use and my calurpa really took off...

07-24-2003, 04:41 PM	#3
almostdiva Mayor Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 963	MB, I've had mine for over a year. No problems with overheating. You can get them at Lowe's or Home Depot, whichever. They are cheap and come in various lengths. I have mine on a standard light timer. No problems, no worries. Rebecca

07-24-2003, 05:41 PM	#4
MasterBlaster guy who climbs trees Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Alexandria, LA Posts: 104	Cool, guys, THANKS!!!

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MasterBlaster guy who climbs trees Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Alexandria, LA Posts: 104	Thanks for the heads - up, Don. I will definitely hang on to the receipt!

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