How to Install a Fluorescent Bulb?

How to Put in a Fluorescent Light Bulb?

• Get the Right Replacement Bulb: My brother told me that different fixtures require different light bulb types to work safely and efficiently. So, before I updated my old bulb to a fluorescent light bulb, my brother checked the retrofit of my ballast to ensure bulb-to-fixture compatibility. 

• Turn Off the Power to the Bulb: This is very important and obvious, but make sure the power to the fixture is off before anything else. 

• Dislodge the Bad Bulb: At this stage, I could see an open fixture that exposed the light bulb I wanted to change. Here's how to safely remove the bulb:

• Test that the bulb isn't hot to the touch before grabbing it.
• Keep your hands near the ends or base of the bulb.
• Gently rotate the bulb clockwise to loosen it.
• Identify the pins holding the bulb in the fixture.
• Rotate the bulb toward you.
• Bring the bulb into vertical alignment.
• Slide the bulb toward you.

• Add Your Replacement Bulb: Now bring in the replacement bulb. Here's how to install it:

• Align the bulb's prongs with the socket slots.
• Lift the tube into the sockets.
• Rotate the tube 90 degrees.
• Confirm that it "locks" into place.
• Do a gentle tap to ensure it's secure.

• Test the New Light Bulb: Finally, test if the new bulb works correctly by reversing your steps to flip the fuse box and light switch back on. If it lights, you’ve successfully repaired the bulb.