TM 5-3610-295-13&P-2
4-30. CEILING LAMP ASSEMBLY. - Continued
a.
Inspect. - Continued (See Figure 4-26.)
(1)
Inspect ceiling lamp assemblies for security of mounting and for corrosion.
(2)
Inspect lamp assemblies fluorescent tubes (1) for discoloration or failure.
(3)
Inspect lamp assemblies tube sockets for damage and inability to hold the tube securely.
(4)
Inspect lamp assemblies starter (2) for proper operation.
(5)
Inspect lamp assemblies toggle switch for proper operation and for security of mounting.
b.
Replace. (See Figure 4-26.)
(1)
Set circuit breaker on power distribution panel to OFF.
(2)
Grasp lamp assemblies fluorescent lamp tube (1), rotate 90°, and lower from tube sockets.
(3)
Rotate lamp assemblies starter (2) counterclockwise and remove from socket.
NOTE
Support the lower half of fixture to prevent it from falling.
(4)
Remove lamp assemblies screws (3) from fixture.
(5)
Remove lamp assemblies wire nuts (4). Tag and disconnect the wires from the fixture components.
CAUTION
Lower the bottom half of fixture slowly to prevent damage to the
connecting wires.
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