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How do I change the GU10 bulb in my recessed lighting

Anonymous user 1 March 2024 - 2.48 PM

How do I change the GU10 bulb in my recessed lighting? I pulled it down out of the ceiling but now the chrome ring will not stay up.

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Electrical Safety Services
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Dereham
Need a photo really as there are many different types. It could be that the side springs that hold the body of the light fitting in place, have come off as you pulled it down? If so you can buy replacement springs from toolstation.
Answered2 January 2013
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SF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
Rating: 5 out of 555132 reviews
Sutton Coldfield
Normally you apply slight pressure to the surface of the bulb pushing it towards the back of the fitting and twist with finger tips to left or right, If it has not been changed for a while they are known to become a little more difficult to release, you may have damaged the outer chrome ring of the light if it will not stay up ?! Regards SF.
Answered2 January 2013
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CIVIL Electrical Services
Rating: 5 out of 555483 reviews
Feltham
Depends on fitting design, a slight twist anticlockwise should do after removing any clips or pins.
Answered5 January 2013
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