How do you replace switches on lamps?
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Cheryl
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I have 4 lamps that the switctches all quit working. The switches are all on the lamp, not on a switch on the lamp cord. They just turn and turn and do not turn the light on. Thank you!
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You can buy replacement light sockets with switches. Easy replacement. Make sure you are turning the switch in the correct direction (clockwise).
A photo would help. Are the switches clicking when turned or not? It's unusual that all the switches are not working. On some the knob threads onto the switch. Any chance the knobs are stripped. If you can remove the knob use a pair of pliers to try and turn the lights on. I have had to replace the knobs on several occasions.
Here's some videos on how easy it is to replace yourself https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqsQGW5k1Y0 another https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvGepbF60kc another https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVMIzFURWc0
Have you put new light bulbs in your lamps.....had the bulbs not work on some of my stored locks lamps.
Hi Pat. I have been using them. I just unplug them when not in use. I managed to get them turned on and just left them alone so that's why I unplug them when not using . The one that I purchased at an Antique shop I could not get to come back on . I have had it for about 15 years or so. Thanks for your reply.
25 cents go to the hardware store
This a answer was not very helpful when I didn't know where to start. Thanks to all the others with helpful information.