How to Install an MR16

MR16 light bulbs, often referred to as pot lights or track lighting bulbs, incorporate a two-prong, push-in electrical adapter. Powered by a 12 volt DC transformer, MR16 bulbs can be easily installed by anyone, regardless of electrical experience. Before removing an old, broken bulb, make sure it has cooled sufficiently before touching it with your bare hands because they can become quite hot.

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Instructions

- 1
  Remove the non-functioning bulb from its socket. This can usually be done by removing a retaining clip with your fingers, then removing the UV-coated circular glass pane. After the UV glass pane is removed, you can pull the bulb and wiring harness from the housing. Remove the bulb by pulling it away from the harness with one hand while holding on to the harness with the other.
- 2
  Insert the new bulb by pressing the two exposed pins on the rear of the bulb into the two holes in the harness.
- 3
  Replace the bulb and harness into the housing, then replace the glass pane and retaining clip.

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