INSTALLATION OF LIGHTING FIXTURE

Tools and materials you need

Tools:

• Wire cutters
• Electrical tester
• Ladder
• Screwdrivers (flat-head and Phillips)
• Adjustable wrench
• Pliers
• Pencil

Materials:

• Light Fixture
• Metal outlet box
• Wire nuts
• Electrical tape

Installing a ceiling fixture does not have to be a daunting task. Technically, lighting fixtures have only three wires--two live wires and one ground- to connect, so as long as the power is turned off, this can be a do-it-yourself project.

PROCEDURE IN INSTALLING LIGHTING FIXTURE

1. Cut the power to the existing light fixture in the ceiling at the house fuse or panel box.

2. Fasten the mounting plate to electrical box. The fixture you purchased will have its own mounting bracket and screws and wire nuts.

3. Clip the ends of the wires with a wire cutter. Use the wire stripper to remove the protective coating and expose fresh wire so the connection will be sound.

4. Attach fixture wires to the wires of the electrical box using supplied wire nuts. Match color for color.

5. Align the openings of fixture to the mounting plate and attach using the supplied screws.

6. Screw in the light bulbs and attached the globe. Make sure not to overtighten the cap or nut that holds the globe in place. Having it too tight can cause the globe to crack.

7. Turn on power to the room and flip the light switch to check the installation.