Pull Cord Switch With Neon

Question

Why does the pull cord in the bathroom not switch the light on? Normally it would click and the light will be on, now it still clicks but the light won't be on.  other lights come on in the house. Do i need to replace the switch?

Rodney · Accepted Answer

It could be a number of things, switch line from pull cord to light could have come loose or the pull cord has failed completely and replacing it will resolve both of these defects but then could simply be defective lamp or light fitting.  These are the basic and obvious defects which an electrician could identify and repair very easily but depending on the condition of the wiring to the house the fault could be lurking much deeper with older installations junction boxes were frequently used in the loft space and May have developed a fault . 
Sure it’s just a light or pull cord  replacement.

Amrow · Answer

Yes. The internal components of the pull cord have become faulty.

Christopher · Answer

The neon light has probably stopped working because the contact of the neon has come loose.
Get someone to have a look as anything loose with current going through it can be deemed as dangerous!

Dino · Answer

Call an electrician.
As it could be a number of things.

Michael · Answer

The switch has stop working because it has come to the end of its life due to a short circuit or something else.
You need to replace it asap

James · Answer

Literally what the other guy said can’t say anymore he nailed every possible issue.

Chris · Answer

yes, i would begin by replacing the switch, if the  neon light is on then it could be that the switch wire out to the light has  become  loose either  in the first fitting or the switch itself. Please  make sure  you turn the circuit, or indeed all of the  power off before you attempt this for the sake  of your safety, and  make sure you note which cables go where if they are not clearly marked

Basharat · Answer

Could just be a fused bulb’ thAts the first step if no joy theN move on to checking the switch for correct voltages…

Kevin · Answer

If you can guarantee it is not the lamp. Then midst likely.

James · Answer

It could be the light fitting or bulb, It could be a loose connection in the switch or fitting. 
Also light switch pull cords tend not to have a neon indicator, as this is normally used to indicate that something is live, or switched on ie a shower or bathroom fan

Stuart · Answer

Gently tap the pull chord enclosure sounds like the switch is sticking

Zilvinas · Answer

To answer your question it can be due to a few reasons::

1. Faulty light bulb(s)
2. Faulty lighting circuit
3. Switch
4. Supply from the consumer unit.

I would strongly recommend to hire an professional qualified electrician to restore the working order of your lights. 

Kind regards.

Mark · Answer

Common fault with pull cord light switches and yes you will need to replace the switch.

Pull Cord Switch With Neon

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