How do I replace a pot light bulb?

Question

I am answering my own question because the other "resolved" questions were not answered properly.

Here's what you do:

1. Pull out the whole can that houses the light (the 'can' is the term used for the cylinder that surrounds the light). This is the hardest step because we are not used to taking out the whole light fixture when changing normal lights. Pulling this down takes a little bit of effort and most will be afraid of doing unrepairable damage. Grab the outside circular frame and pull downwards away from the ceiling. It should come out fairly easily (don't worry about it falling because the wire attached to the bulb will keep it suspended).

2. Find the plug that attaches to the bulb and detach.

3. Attach the new bulb.

4. Push the entire housing/can back in the ceiling.

5. Turn on the switch. Voila!

Answer 1

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