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How do I make the spring fixtures snap tight to hold the light fixture in place after changing the bulb?

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You actually don't have to do anything to the spring clips so long as you slide them into the cavity in the ceiling. They'll lock automatically once you press the fixture into place.

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What do I do if the bulb snaps back into place when I try to rotate it counterclockwise?

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You have a floating housing! The bulb is basically suspended in midair with a bunch of bouncy springs. Just apply a little more pressure. You need a touch more elbow grease than you'd normally use with a floating bulb.

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What should I do if the springs on the collar don't fit flush to the ceiling?

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Push on each of the springs with your fingers. Then, slide the collar up all the way into the ceiling. You might have to use a little bit of pressure.

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Is it possible to replace just the diode in an LED without buying a new light?

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You will need to buy a new light for your fixture unless you have the electronics experience to take it apart and solder in new LEDs. LED lights last a very long time and do not screw in like an ordinary bulb, so they are not designed for easy user replacement.

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How do I remove the glass dome covering the light fixture?

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You may be able to push the dome upward and rotate it until it can slide down. If that doesn't do it, the instructions above for removing a retaining collar may work for the dome's collar as well.

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When I replace the globe the light bulb keeps falling out. How do I make the light stay in?

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There are different ways of securing bulbs according to type. In general you should turn it clockwise (when looked at from underneath), but how far you have to turn can vary from 10 degrees to about three revolutions. Stop when it will not turn any more.

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