>
> > Could I have a lamp that is wired incorrectly?
>
> Actually, with a simple incandescent lamp, I'm not sure if
> there are any scenarios where the lamp could be wired
> incorrectly, or the outlet could be wired incorrectly
> (and the lamp would still work). Someone please correct
> me if I'm wrong about this.
>
> If the lamp uses an unpolarized plug, you could try
> plugging it into the outlet upside down and see if
> that makes any difference (probably not).
>
> As for ferrite beads, it's possible these
> might help putting them on the cord... I would
> personally try an EMF protection device on the
> lamp or cord, but you already said that your funds
> were limited for such experimentation (and ferrites
> are certainly cheaper than EMF devices)
>
> And of course, you could try using a lamp that
> is further away from you, but then you'd probably
> need a brighter lamp (which uses more electricity,
> and could end up being worse overall).
>
> Also, make sure that the lamp's cord is away from
> you, and also that you are away from any outlets
> (or walls which contain wiring) when you are
> using it.
>
> Marc
>