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How to Replace a Ceiling Light

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Installing a new ceiling light fixture can greatly improve a room's aesthetics and illumination.
Step 9: Connect the ground wires.
While one person supports the new fixture, slide the wires up into the bracket tube. You can use pliers to pull the wires through the tub, but be careful not to cut the wire insulation. Now, wrap the bare ground wire from the fixture around the green ground screw. Wrap the bare ceiling ground wire around the same green ground screw, and tighten the screw securely with a screwdriver.
Tighten the green ground screw.

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Working with electrical fixtures can be extremely dangerous. If you are unsure of any step in the process, consider calling a professional electrician to complete the job.

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