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Expert: Ian Simpson
Ian has worked more than 40 years in the electrical industry, both domestic and commercial sectors. He can advise on a wide range of electrical problems.
Question:
We have low voltage lights in our kitchen which is quite a long one. When they are switched on for the first time in the morning or evening,there is a slight pause before the lights at the far end come on. Is this normal? -FE, Cottam
Answer:
Two things suggest themselves. The transformers might be losing their efficiency but if the nearer lights come on instantly the length of the cable run in the ceiling and a voltage drop at the end could account for it. It could be difficult to pinpoint without a process of trial and error but this can happen. Without seeing the site. I don't think it's particularly abnormal or anything to worry about.