Need help with wires on older 400w HPS

OdlaFett

OdlaFett

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Hey guys, I need some help getting this 400w hps into working order. I was messing about couple years ago wanted to change the wires from the lamp socket to be able to put the lamp in another reflector but then forgot were to connect them again. So this lamp just been standing there 5 years now but now I could need it. I know it works.
There 3 wires I need to connect somewehere. Any one here knows how to reconnect it? Pls tag someone if you think that person can solve this puzzle. Ty in advance
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OdlaFett

OdlaFett

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Datsun 260Z said:
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ty man, appreciate it! This looks like it has the answers but I still dont understand it haha. I forgot to mention I kind aretarded when it comes to these things and I know nothing abou electricity. I know its alot to ask but can someone who has time and patience download my pic and draw or mark on it were i need to connect those 3 wires. Sorry guys I know I being hard here and asking for alot
 
Rob Roy

Rob Roy

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Just an idea but, if you have a brand and model number, perhaps a serial number too (to ascertain vintage) you may get some info from

a) the manufacturer, may be online electrical schematic etc.

b) people familiar with that product, using one now even, who would lift their cover off and send you a photo of how it's wired.

Good luck.
 
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Bobby2times

Bobby2times

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Is there a wiring diagram on the ballast housing?The Diagram below solves your problem. I don't know your specific circuit etc so im not going to draw arrows on your original post for safety reasons. If you don't feel comfortable working off the diagram below PLEASE take it to an electronic shop along with this diagram (They may not charge you at all it will certainly be $20 or less). Not worth a fire or electrocution.

EDIT: Or as @Rob Roy said if someone has that model you could ask them for a picture of the guts and work off that.

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Datsun 260Z

Datsun 260Z

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Thick wht wire goes under the N screw with the ignititor and the long wire from the cap. The Other wire from the bulb socket will go to power from the traformer. Probably L1.
 
OdlaFett

OdlaFett

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Theres nothing, no diagram or serial number but ty for trying guys I appreciate it. I cant take it to electrican want to stay lowkee otherwise that would be the best I agree
 
Datsun 260Z

Datsun 260Z

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Bobby2times said:
Is there a wiring diagram on the ballast housing?The Diagram below solves your problem. I don't know your specific circuit etc so im not going to draw arrows on your original post for safety reasons. If you don't feel comfortable working off the diagram below PLEASE take it to an electronic shop along with this diagram (They may not charge you at all it will certainly be $20 or less). Not worth a fire or electrocution.

EDIT: Or as @Rob Roy said if someone has that model you could ask them for a picture of the guts and work off that.

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No photo cell
 
OdlaFett

OdlaFett

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Datsun 260Z said:
Thick wht wire goes under the N screw with the ignititor and the long wire from the cap. The Other wire from the bulb socket will go to power from the traformer. Probably L1.
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Ohh ok I try this then. I think your right about the thick wire want to remember thats were it was before but now its confirmed so I think your right about the other wires too, let me try
 
OdlaFett

OdlaFett

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Or the thin wire from the bulbsocket on the other side on l3? And the one electricity wire in l3 but the other one should go l1 or l2 but theres nothing on the opposit side to catch that wire
 
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