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Old 06-12-2010, 06:42 PM
 
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In the image below how do i change the light bulb in the fixture? Do i unscrew all the screws or does the top and/or bottom screw off and i replace it that way? Any help is appreciated.
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Old 06-12-2010, 07:02 PM
 
Location: Spring, TX
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I would test the small nuts on the top of the six corners and see if they unscrew. Then I would remove the top and replace the bulb. Have a cup or dish handy to hold the small items. Be careful to not knock the glass out. A can of compressed air helps to clean bugs out of the fixture. Also consider using a CFL bulb to save energy and produce more light.

Last edited by tdhg566; 06-12-2010 at 07:03 PM.. Reason: another thought
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Old 06-12-2010, 07:09 PM
 
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Are you sure one of the glass panels isn't hinged, such that it opens to allow bulb access? Most fixtures aren't designed to make taking it apart a requirement to change the bulb.

I can't positively tell by the looking at the picture, but it looks like the panel facing the camera has a gap that could indicate it opens. Good luck
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Old 06-13-2010, 11:54 AM
 
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from the top. on mine I removed the top and put a floodlight bulb(focused) and left the top off
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Old 06-13-2010, 02:21 PM
 
Location: Clear Lake, Houston TX
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One of those monster 40-45 watt CFL's will work great and last years. I've got one that's 5+ years old and runs about 12 hours a day. However you'll need to vent the top somehow. When heat builds up inside there, the light will dim somewhat.
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