Replacing a light bulb in a flush-mount ceiling light fixture is a very simple task. Removing the glass globe will allow access to the burned-out bulbs. Depending on how high the ceiling is, you may need a step stool or ladder to reach the light fixture. If this is the case, be sure the stool or ladder is stable while you are climbing up and climbing down. It is a good idea to have an assistant hold the ladder steady while you climb up and down it, to be certain the ladder doesn't tip.
Instructions
1. Turn the power off to the light fixture.
2. Unscrew the retainer nuts that hold the glass globe onto the fixture, and carefully lower the glass globe. Place the glass in a safe location so it will not get broken.
3. Unscrew the burned-out bulb (or bulbs) in the fixture, and dispose of the bulb where it can't break and cut someone. If the burned-out bulb is a compact fluorescent lamps, find out if there is a location near you where you can recycle it, such as a large home and garden center.
4. Replace the burned-out bulbs with compact fluorescent lights by screwing them into the light fixture. Tighten as you would any other light bulb.
5. Turn the light switch on to test the light fixture.
6. Turn off the light, and replace the glass globe.
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