Hey all, I’ve got 6 recessed dimmable lights in my kitchen, and half of them (3 out of 6) are on the fritz. The model is EDL-ADJ-35-4 (found the sticker inside), but I’m not entirely sure what the reflector or trim type is—though I could check if needed.
So, I’m trying to figure out the best course of action here. Should I just replace the LEDs or the engine? If so, how can I find compatible parts? Or does it make more sense to replace the whole driver and leave the frame/housing intact? Then again, maybe I should just replace the whole setup?
Any advice would be awesome! Appreciate the help in advance.
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Honestly, if your existing fixtures are compatible with newer LED drivers, you could just replace the driver and keep everything else. It’ll be cheaper than replacing the entire unit, but make sure you match the specs or get a universal driver. If in doubt, replacing everything might save you future headaches.
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If you’ve got a few dead already, there’s a good chance the others will follow soon. I’d go with a full replacement—especially if you can afford it. A new set of fixtures would update the look of your kitchen too!
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I’ve dealt with this before, and I ended up replacing just the engine and driver, which worked fine for me. I reused the housing to save a bit of cash. If you’re comfortable with a little DIY, that could be a good middle-ground solution.
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First things first—try swapping one dead bulb with a working one. If the problem persists, it’s probably the driver. You can find compatible ones by matching the specs (voltage, wattage) online. But honestly, if 3 are dead, might be time to consider replacing them all for peace of mind.
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Since the manufacturer warranty is 5 years, I’d hit them up first. Worst case, they’ll give you the part number you need for a replacement. Plus, these are usually plug-and-play, so once you get the parts, swapping them out should be quick and easy.
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