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GE FS-4 Fluorescent Starter 30/40 Watt 2-Pack
A dependable two-pack fluorescent starter for quick, reliable ignition of 30-watt and 40-watt fluorescent lamps.
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Overview
Ensure Reliable Fluorescent Lighting
The GE Lighting FS-4 Fluorescent Starter provides a dependable solution for initiating fluorescent lamps. This pack contains two starters designed for use with 30 and 40-watt fluorescent bulbs, ensuring your lighting systems operate efficiently.
Specifications:
- Brand: GE
- Model: FS-4
- Type: Fluorescent Starter
- Wattage Compatibility: 30 & 40 Watt
- Quantity: 2 Pack
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Two-pack provides a spare starter for future replacement needs
- GE brand offers established reliability in lighting components
- Simple twist-and-lock installation requires no tools or special skills
- Inexpensive way to restore proper function to a flickering or non-starting fluorescent fixture
👎 Cons
- Only compatible with preheat-type magnetic ballast fixtures, not electronic ballast systems
- Limited to 30-watt and 40-watt lamps, so it will not work with other fluorescent wattages
- Fluorescent lighting technology is being phased out in favor of LED, limiting long-term usefulness
- Small component is easy to misplace before it is needed
Frequently Asked Questions
What wattage fluorescent lamps does the FS-4 starter work with?
The GE FS-4 is designed specifically for use with 30-watt and 40-watt fluorescent lamps.
How many starters are included in this package?
This package includes two FS-4 starters.
What does a fluorescent starter actually do?
The starter provides the initial surge of voltage needed to ignite the gas inside a fluorescent tube. Without a functioning starter, the lamp will flicker, take a long time to turn on, or fail to light at all.
How do I know when a fluorescent starter needs to be replaced?
Common signs of a failing FS-4 starter include the fluorescent lamp flickering repeatedly before turning on, the ends of the tube glowing orange without the lamp fully lighting, or the lamp failing to start entirely.
Will the FS-4 work with electronic ballast fixtures?
No, the FS-4 is a preheat-type starter designed for use with magnetic (preheat) ballast fixtures. Electronic ballast fixtures do not use replaceable starters.
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