Why are you not supposed to use the little squirly energy efficient bulbs on a timer circuit?

Question

At least that is what is printed on all the packaging

Answer 1

you're not supposed to use them on a dimmer.

timer is, or should be, just like a switch, and is fine.

the reason to not use them on a dimmer is that they need the full 120 volts all the time to work correctly.

when there's less, they don't light.

and they wear out faster.

Answer 2

lillylions is right on 100%. He deserves 10 points!