Mount New Fixture Base

What happens in this clip

Once the wires are securely connected, gently push them back into the electrical box. Then, raise the new fixture's base plate and align it with the mounting strap that is attached to the electrical box. Screw the new bolts (usually provided with the fixture) through the fixture's base plate and into the mounting strap until the fixture is firmly secured against the ceiling. Ensure it is flush and stable.

Goal: Securely fasten the new light fixture to the ceiling.

What's used

Tools

• Mounting strap
• New bolts
• New fixture base plate

About the full video

This project provides step-by-step instructions on how to safely replace an existing ceiling light fixture with a new one. It covers crucial safety precautions like turning off power and testing wires, disconnecting the old fixture, connecting the new wiring, and finally mounting the new fixture and restoring power.

Step 10 of 13: Mount New Fixture

Carefully tuck the connected wires into the electrical box. Align the new fixture with the mounting bracket and secure it according to the manufacturer's instructions. This usually involves screwing the fixture directly to the bracket or attaching a canopy that covers the electrical box and mounting hardware.

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