Why do my under counter Halogen lights keep cutting out?

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I installed them when we reno'd the kitchen 4 years ago.  Worked fine until a few months ago when they started to go on an off intermittently.  I thought it was a faulty switch, because they would come back on when I jiggled it.  I replaced the switch, and it seemed to work at first, but a day later, they are cutting out again.

The connection to the transformer is above the cabinets in a well ventilated area.  

Any ideas?

Brandsconstruction.com/WordPress · Accepted Answer

Check Your Switch connections.

Check You pigtail. This usually is the culprit. Check Your connections at the light also.

If this is not a factor - is there a new appliance on the circuit? Checking the fuse panel to make sure the breaker is secured all the way may also be helpful.

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Anonymous · Answer

I'll bet they are getting to hot.  Did you up the wattage or put in a different kind of bulb than the manufacturer recommended?

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Why do my under counter Halogen lights keep cutting out?

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