How to replace the lamp?

Replacing the light bulb seems simple process. However, it is necessary to remember the important safety measures. That's what you need to know how to replace the lamp correctly.

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Security measures

Make sure the power is turned off. It should always be remembered when working with electrical devices. If you want to fully guarantee security, better inspeed \u200b\u200bthe electricity meter to turn off the electricity supply in the apartment.

Take other security measures. There are some things you need to keep in mind, especially if the light is located high.

• Let the lamp be cooled before you start unscrewing it. If the light just burned, the light bulb will feel too hot, and you can burn your fingers. 
• If the lamp is in the luminaire on the ceiling, do not try to balance on an unstable chair or something like that. Use a solid stepladder.So you will save yourself from falling.

2

Removing a lamp from the nest

Remove the lamp from the socket. Diameter of the nest lamp varies depending on your lamp.

• If you have a bayonet mount (this type of connector has two teeth), which is common in the UK and New Zealand, keep the lamp firmly, but neatly, and then insert the lamp into the slot, turn counterclockwise and remove it.
• If the nest has a threaded connection that is distributed in America and throughout Europe, you must carefully unscrew the lamp counterclockwise and remove it.

3

Installing a new lamp

Place a new lamp in the outlet. To put a new light bulb in the lighting device slot, you need to rotate the lamp clockwise.

• If you have a light bulb for bayonet mount, you need to level the pins on the light bulb relative to the inlets on the nest. Insert the lamp and turn it clockwise.
• In the case of a threaded connection, simply screw the lamp into the socket. Do not twist the lamp too tight, as it can break.If you do not want a softer or bright light than you had before, you will pick up a light bulb of the same power.
• Find out the maximum watt / power allowed by your lighting device, and make sure that the lamp power does not exceed it. You can find it on the packaging of the device / lamp or on the manufacturer's website.

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Disposal of an old lamp

Keep in mind that the light bulbs are very fragile. N. e is worth just throwing them into the trash can. If the lamp breaks, fragments may damage someone.

• Put the old light bulb in the package from the new lamp before throwing it away. You can alsowrap the old light bulb in the newspaper or magazine.
• Throw away the lamp in places inaccessible to children.

Replacing the lamp - the need for almost every person regularly faces. This process is not as folded, but requires care and compliance with security measures.