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Old 05-11-2020, 03:01 PM   #2675
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Originally Posted by timun View Post
Note for those who are contemplating this, and find that the fluorescent lights you want to replace are are NOT wired to a junction box (either separate or integrated into the back of the fixture): your @#$%'s £&®¿ed, you might as well make the switch to LED in order to fix your current installation. Don't cheap out on this: janky wiring is a fire hazard.
I do not follow, or disagree....either way:

1. If the flouro tube is hardwired, you can simply install a device box (I'd go with 2 gang) and install your outlets there (assuming the cable is appropriately wired & grounded). Switched outlets are permitted in CSA code, so not sure what the issue is here.

2. What does "switch to LED" as the solution mean? LED units can be hardwired or plugged - just like flouro or incandescent tubes. Just depends on the fixture and LED has nothing to do with this. The suggested product is LED and a great option.
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