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Step 5 · Wire the New Fixture

Refer to the new fixture's instructions for specific wiring. Typically, you will connect the black wire from the fixture to the black (hot) wire from the ceiling box, the white wire from the fixture to the white (neutral) wire from the ceiling box, and the green or bare copper ground wire from the fixture to the ground wire in the ceiling box. Use wire nuts to secure all connections. Ensure the connections are tight and no bare wire is exposed.

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Step 5 · Wire the New Fixture

Refer to the new fixture's instructions for specific wiring. Typically, you will connect the black wire from the fixture to the black (hot) wire from the ceiling box, the white wire from the fixture to the white (neutral) wire from the ceiling box, and the green or bare copper ground wire from the fixture to the ground wire in the ceiling box. Use wire nuts to secure all connections. Ensure the connections are tight and no bare wire is exposed.

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Turn Off Power
5 minutes2 items
Remove Existing Fixture
15 minutes2 items
Prepare New Fixture
20 minutes2 items
Install Mounting Bracket
10 minutes3 items
5
Wire the New Fixture
15 minutes2 items
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Mount the Fixture Canopy
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Restore Power and Test
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