Part of the porcelain socket was broken when removing a broken bulb. If this extender was used would it be safe without replacing the broken porcelain
1512909
Be safe, get a new one. They are cheap. You loose lateral heat shielding when part of the base is broken.
163787
I broke a light bulb off at its base when trying to change it. The recessed lighting was two stories straight up.This broken light bulb remover worked like a charm and removed the broken bulb in one try.
2046591
You can take an old or burnt out bulb, carefully remove the glass but do not remove the center terminal, then solder the red lead of the wire ended adapter to the center, and solder the black wire to the brass outer surface and you have an adapter that will work.
2266947
Grasp the base and pull it out. Push the new bulb into the socket ... Be sure to push on the base, not the glass.
1825225
Yes the bulb is wearing out if its going on and off best to replace it and do not touch the glass it burns so hot the oil from your finger will make a hot spot and short life for the bulb but do recommend lube on the brass part just a touch so next bulb change will not stick in the socket silicone works the best I think but very little so it will not run down onto the glass of the bulb also check the light sensor is not picking up light from another source
1598658
I would try a known good light bulb. If that doesn't work return it the sockets broken if that does work it's probably a bad bulb.
1439148
The extender does not come with a protective circle tab. Certain bulbs now do not come with the circle tab. You would have to get one from the hardware store or fashion one out of a flat silicon sheet or a large rubber washer. There is also an electrical socket paste that waterproofs bulb sockets if all else fails. Good hunting.
1276961
I fixed mine after it came out of the socket, but once it broke again I just threw it away. You can get one cheap enough to not worry about it.
1806512
I assumed cutting the wires would be required. Looking at the typical application before deciding to replace the socket would indicate cutting the wires could be required. Looking at the wire nuts supplied would also be a clue.
1365986
Bulbs are extreamely heavy and do not require much of a shock to loosen or even break the socket. If you do not have the model with the glass on the bottom, I have used a piece of medium weight garden fencing cut to size. Just slide it into the track along the bottom. This will support the bulb and help stop further loosening from handling.
993998
The bulb is encased in the fixture which would have to be broken to replace it.
2079456
It wouldn't be advised to try. The plastic around bulb could crack, they are pretty cheap in that aspect. Replacing the light itself is probably a better option.
1927669
Not sure what you mean by porcelain socket. It is equipped with a heavy duty 3 prong safety electric plug. I hope this answers your question!
1451122
I was simply replacing one that was already in but not functioning. Attached similar with similar wiring. If you are converting a standard fixture with this device, it would be negligent of me to advise you, since I am not an electrician AND I don't know what you're converting. It's a great device when installed safely and VERY functional as you get older and grasping knobs and light switches becomes more difficult. Talk to some one at your local electrical store or a friend who knows/is an electrician. Sorry I couldn't help more.
1941339
It's a mistake. The extender length is what you'd expect for a male/female socket back to back.
486492
This product probably won't help if the bulb is truly jammed. I've never had a jammed bulb, but I have had broken bulbs that were stuck. In that case, I shut off the electricity and used needed nose pliers to grab the metal portion that screws into the socket and unscrewed it that way. This product does work very well for normal usage.
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When using this socket outside has to do only if you can keep in from getting wet or too moist !!! That would be the same as with any Socket. Just remember that You may be dealing with High voltages so be very careful not to get wet !!!