Compact Fluorescent Lightbulb CFL Lightbulb Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓The CFL lightbulb has taken over in today's suburban home. Using less than 30 watts to power it and having the same light output as a standard 100 watt incandescent bulb, the CFL is certainly a "bright idea".
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Locate the bad bulb and remove it from the socket. This is achieved by grabbing the bulb lightly and rotating counter-clockwise.
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Procure a new lightbulb, either from a hardware store, or wherever it is you keep new ones.
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Install the new lightbulb into the socket, this time rotating clockwise.
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Turn the power on to the light socket by means of a switch or knob.
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Congratulations! You have successfully changed a lightbulb! Reward your efforts by getting a cold beverage of your choice.
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