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Old 01-04-10 | 05:58 AM
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They should be wired parallel.

In series, the .6W is acting like a resistor & preventing the 2.4W bulb from getting enough current to light.

In parallel, the resistance of the .6W bulb keeps its current draw low, so there is more available for the 2.4W bulb.
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