Change Plug-in Unit to Wire-in ??

17 years ago

I want to replace a recessed incandessent light with a Utilitech undercabinet flourescent plug-in unit which I just happen to have. Any reason I can't just cut the plug off and wire it into the box in the cieling?

Can't ground it - its plastic. Does the polarity matter?

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jmvd20
17 years ago
There are numerous reasons why you cannot install the light in that manner.

Also if you have an existing recessed light fixture Im not sure how there is a ceiling box in that location. A recessed fixture is normally wired direct into the unit itself with no seperate box present.

If there truly is a ceiling box then you could simply install an outlet in the box and then plug the light into the outlet. However my recomendation would be to purchase a light that is designed to be installed and wired directly.
tom_o
17 years ago
If the light did not come with instructions that showed the cord being removed or the plug being cut off and the unit being wired direct, then the light is meant for plug in use only.
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mxyplx
Original Author
17 years ago
Thanx.

The light isn't recessed into the ceiling. Its mounted to the ceiling inside/behind some cabinetry over the sink with a diffuser material over the opening. The box is circular - and awkward to get at. I'll get a different lamp; simplest thing to do.