Problem- 2 way dimmer problems

[phoenixstyling]

Fitted a two way dimmer switch and the unit is working, well the light comes on.

Problems
1 the light flickers alot,
2 Light does not go anyway near as bright as before the dimmer was added
3 The dimmer switch buzz's when on

Where have i gone wrong and how do i fix it
Thanks
lee

 

[RMS]

Whats the dimmable rating of the switch and what is the type and load(watts) of the lights you are trying to dim?

 

[phoenixstyling]

hi the dimmer is a single 400w 2 way mains dimmer switch
i dont know the load, its a main room light

 

[Spark123]

What wattage and type of lamps go in the light, how many, what voltage?

 

[phoenixstyling]

i dont know to be fair. The fitting is just one bulb, centre of room, ceiling.

 

[jj4091]

How have you connected it? Which coloured wire to which terminal?

 

[Spark123]

What does the information on the lamp say?

 

[securespark]

I'm sorry to pour scorn on your efforts, but if you can't answer these simple questions, you should not be messing about with electricity.

 

[fosterweb]

The 3rd part of your question is ok, all dimmers make some sort of buzzing when in use.

 

[breezer]

The 3rd part of your question is ok, all dimmers make some sort of buzzing when in use.

good quality dimmers don't

 

[fosterweb]

Well in my home we have dimmers in all 3 bedrooms, living room and dining room and we yet have not had one that does not make some sound when in use.

 

[breezer]

Well in my home we have dimmers in all 3 bedrooms, living room and dining room and we yet have not had one that does not make some sound when in use.

as i said

good quality dimmers don't

 

[fosterweb]

Oh im so sorry.

Anyway back on topic if you have purchased a standard quality dimmer then the buzz is a normal side effect.

 

[breezer]

i admit apart from annoying, it is normal for some (poor build quality) dimmers, and nothing to worry about

 

[Steve]

varilight touch-remote-control dimmers dont buzz