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How to remove recessed downlight fittings?

Orlando
Finding My Feet

How to remove recessed downlight fittings?

I've got these recessed light fittings in my ceilings, and I don't know how to remove them to change bulbs. I can get my fingertips under the rim, but if I try to pull on the housing, I meet some spring resistance. Do I have to twist them

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clockwise/anticlockwise or just pull? Any advice? Thanks.

EricL
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: A little Light work

Hello @Orlando 

 

Thanks for sharing your question about your downlights. Generally, downlights have a spring toggle system that clips them into place and quite often are simply pushed in by the electrician. Removing them can be done in the same manner and that is to pull them out steadily.

 

There will be resistance from the clips, but if you pull the unit down uniformly it should slide out of the hole. Once you have the unit out of the ceiling, observe carefully if it has a removable halogen bulb or is a sealed single unit. If it is a single sealed unit, I suggest engaging the services of a licensed electrician to update your ceilings downlights.

 

Just a friendly reminder that all electrical works must be performed by a licensed electrician.

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric

  

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Re: A little Light work

Thanks again Eric.

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