Just Got A 250 watt sunburst switchable ballast hps light!

Turtlehermit

Turtlehermit

Well-Known Member
The problem is its 120 volts so when I plug it up it just makes this buzzing noise. How do I get it to work? :!:I'd like to grow in a party cup for my first indoor grow to get the hang of it. 12/12 right from the start.
 
I'm a noob myself, but doesn't 12/12 from start stress the plant? Just what i've read :\. I use 20/4 but 18/6 works aswell.
 
120v is your basic Outlet in america. give us more info. And dont grow in a partycup. More info = More replies
Turtlehermit said:
The problem is its 120 volts so when I plug it up it just makes this buzzing noise. How do I get it to work? :!:I'd like to grow in a party cup for my first indoor grow to get the hang of it. 12/12 right from the start.
Click to expand...
 
Well I live in Texas, maybe 2 an a half hours from Dallas. I Plug my light in as said and all it does it buzz, no light. Like I said. I hear I need to buy something to stick into the wall to make it work with the voltage.
Atleast I think its 120 volts. Could be a lil more. I hear I need a voltage converter.
 
My bad computer screwed up for a bit and posted it twice.Yes the light has a switchable ballast built in it. Also whats wrong with the party cup idea? I can still grow it in a small pot though. Sounds good to me. Make it a quick finisher.
 
Pictures would be really helpful about now...

120v is standard american, three-prong outlet. Should work...
 
so what your saying is the light doesnt come on?

well ive had a problem similar,the light would only come on if i messed with it a lot of times,turn off n on off n on..it wouldnt turn off n on with the timer.

i changed the bulb and it turned on everytiem after that..the bulb i replaced was new,but was faulty i guess =/
 
1) make sure you ballest is on the correct setting (IE HPS for HPS bulb or MH for MH bulb)
2) check the bulbs
3) check the starter

when things go wrong just stop and think about it...an understanding of how the light works would be helpfull
 
if you have a laptop you most likely have bluetooth file transfer which you can use to put the pics on your computer other wise usb cable or email them to yourself via mobile web hope this helps

Happy Growing
 
I use the same light and make sure you have it on the correct bulb the switch in the back goes my or Hps make sure it matches the bulb u are using and give it a min to warm up
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

G
Micro-growbox IKEA Kallax: is a 65 watt Kingbrite overkill for a 1' by 1' ?
2
Replies
27
Views
2K
medidedicated
medidedicated
Jimski
Jimski's Grow Journal
2 3
Replies
44
Views
4K
Jimski
Jimski
bignugs68
2nd grow, 1st Indoors, 4yr old seeds
2
Replies
36
Views
3K
bignugs68
bignugs68
S
Are my notes correct? Please assist me in changes
2 3
Replies
54
Views
6K
Smokenpassout
S
Apostatize
Focusing on veg lighting, not just bloom
Replies
0
Views
184
Apostatize
Apostatize
Back
Top