If it s plugged in you can simply unplug it but if it s hardwired follow this procedure.
Removing fluorescent light in kitchen.
Unlike today s light fixtures fluorescent light fixtures are large bulky and appear difficult to remove but using the correct removal method will ensure that you safely remove the old fixture.
Removing a fluorescent kitchen light box posted by the kim six fix on 11 40 pm in diy electrical email home kitchen this post may contain affiliate links.
Remove the cap or tab on the light if your fixture has it.
Turn off the breaker controlling the light circuit.
How to remove the wrap around the cover of a fluorescent lamp place your thumbs on the bottom of the cover and your fingers on the top inside edge of the cover.
Use pliers to twist the locknut on the end cap counterclockwise until it pops off.
Hold the fixture s cover in place then attempt to slide the cap or tab off with your free hand.
Turn off power at circuit breaker box.
When you re doing a fluorescent light fixture repair whether or not you re removing the entire fixture or just the ballast you have to disconnect the ballast from power.
The bottom of the dome may also have a nut that loosens to release the cover.
The screws took a hex bit if your drill doesn t have a matching bit these are fairly inexpensive.
If you have circline fluorescent light bulbs in your kitchen the cover will likely be a spring loaded ceiling light fixture.
How to remove a t bar system for flourescent lights to prep for the kitchen light box upgrade i removed the metal t bar system using a combination of my drill a flat head screwdriver and a hammer.
Push the cover up with your thumbs and pull your fingers towards you to lift the edge of the cover up and over the edge of the accessory.
Remove lamps or bulbs.
Remove lens or diffuser panel from light.