How to Bypass a Ballast

How do I bypass the ballast in my linear tube light fixture?

Upgrading your old fluorescent troffers to energy-efficient LED lighting is a straightforward process with Feit Electric's Ballast bypass LED tubes. Follow these steps to convert your troffers into bright, long-lasting light sources.

Here's how to bypass the ballast:

Step 1: Ensure you have the necessary tools for the job: Wire stripper, wire nuts, screwdriver, safety glasses, and a multimeter.

Step 2: Feit Electric's Type B and Type AB hybrid LEDs work with double-ended wiring configurations, meaning power is supplied to both ends of the LED tube.

Step 3: Safety first! Switch off the power at the breaker to avoid any electrical hazards.

Step 4: Carefully twist and pull the old tubes out of the socket to remove them from the fixture.

Step 5: Remove the ballast cover from the troffer to expose the wiring inside.

Step 6: Use the multimeter to verify that the wires are not live before proceeding.

Step 7: Start by removing any wire nuts and cutting the lead wires as close to the ballast as possible. Then, use the screwdriver to remove the ballast.

Step 8: Strip about 1 inch of insulation from the wires coming from the sockets, as well as the hot and neutral wires, to expose the copper wire.

Step 9: Group the wires from one side of the fixture with the hot wire, secure them with a wire nut, ensuring there are no exposed wires. Repeat the process with the neutral wire.

Step 10: Ensure all wires are neatly grouped together and replace the ballast cover.

Step 11: Insert the ends of your new Feit Electric Type B or Type AB hybrid TLEDs into the sockets and twist them securely in place.

Step 12: Finally, switch the power back on at the breaker, and enjoy the energy savings and quality of light from your new Feit Electric LED hybrid tubes.

Tips:

• If you're unsure about any steps or encounter difficulties, it's best to seek assistance from a qualified electrician.
• Always wear safety glasses when working with electrical components.
• Ensure all connections are secure and free from exposed wires to prevent any electrical hazards.