Dimmer not working on new chandelier
#1
Dimmer not working on new chandelier
Greetings,
I installed a new 16-bulb chandelier in replacement of a previously installed 8-bulb chandelier. The dimmer switch worked fine on the old fixture but is only turning the new fixutre ON and OFF. The wiring for the two chandeliers is the same, two neutral-colored coated wires and a ground wire. I tried switching the two neutral-colored wire conections with the two ceiling wires (one black, one white) without any change in dimmer performance.
What am I missing here?
Sincerely,
RichieB
I installed a new 16-bulb chandelier in replacement of a previously installed 8-bulb chandelier. The dimmer switch worked fine on the old fixture but is only turning the new fixutre ON and OFF. The wiring for the two chandeliers is the same, two neutral-colored coated wires and a ground wire. I tried switching the two neutral-colored wire conections with the two ceiling wires (one black, one white) without any change in dimmer performance.
What am I missing here?
Sincerely,
RichieB
#3
Breaker was turned off during installation. No sparks or unusual occurrences when breaker was turned on.
I will replace the dimmer unit in an attempt to remedy the problem. It is a knob-type dimmer, so I understand they are fairly easy to replace.
You assistance is greatly appreciated.
RichieB
I will replace the dimmer unit in an attempt to remedy the problem. It is a knob-type dimmer, so I understand they are fairly easy to replace.
You assistance is greatly appreciated.
RichieB