Changing downlight bulb

himlas · Oct 2, 2019

Hi,
One of the downlights in my bathroom started to flicker and I tried to turn it around.

Is this possible to change? How?

[ElectriciansForums.net] Changing downlight bulb

Spoon · Oct 2, 2019

himlas said:
Hi,
One of the downlights in my bathroom started to flicker and I tried to turn it around.

Is this possible to change? How?

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Hi and welcome to the forum.
It may have a spring clip on it. Can you get to the other side of the light, where the wires go?

Something like this, maybe.

telectrix · Oct 2, 2019

those are horrible to get out. usually fitted in with a rubber sucker. with the circuit isolated, get a couple of slotted end screwdrivers and prise the fitting out.( watch your fingers, the springs are a mousetrap) then you can get a grip on it .

DPG · Oct 2, 2019

Isn't there a metal circlip? I'm sure I can see two metal bit protruding out. Try squeezing them together and removing the clip. The bulb may then withdraw with a bit of luck.