How to correctly change a light bulb in the Atlant refrigerator with your own hands
The breakdown of a light bulb in the refrigerator often surprises the owners, and they do not know what steps to take in the future to fix it. Do not panic and carry household appliances to the workshop, because you can solve the problem yourself. Let's see how to change a light bulb in a refrigerator, using the Atlant brand as an example.
The main causes of malfunction
There are few reasons for the breakdown, and if you know all of them, it will not be difficult to fix the refrigerator. Pay attention to the following points:
- the integrity of the insulation of the wires supplying the refrigerator;
- the status of the socket to which the refrigerator is connected;
- the condition of the refrigerator itself;
- the integrity of the wiring inside the unit.
To note! All work must be carried out in compliance with safety measures, otherwise your health could be seriously affected.
Insulation damage
It often happens that the main cable that supplies the refrigerator is damaged.This can happen due to:
- Carelessness of owners of household appliances, when moving them from place to place.
- Rodents could have started in the house, which are not averse to feasting on the wiring.
The easiest way to check the condition of the wire is to listen to the refrigerator. If it works, you have to look elsewhere for the source of the malfunction.
Grilled socket
With heavy loads on the network and sudden voltage drops, outlets often fail. Due to this, the equipment stops receiving power, and as a result, it stops working properly.
It is very simple to check the correct operation of the socket - just connect another household appliance to it. Unfortunately, if the outlet fails, the refrigerator itself often fails. Try testing it on another power outlet to make sure everything is OK.
Fridge failure
Due to the impossibility of perfecting the production process, there is a possibility of obtaining a defective device. Since most technological nodes are interconnected, the output of one of them threatens to break the entire equipment as a whole. It is extremely difficult to determine the breakdown of the refrigerator yourself, it is better to do this in special service centers.
Wiring issues inside the unit
In addition to the external wires that the user has free access to, there's a ton of hidden wiring inside the case. Over time, it gradually wears out and, when it reaches a certain state, fails. It is also not possible to check this malfunction at home if you do not have education and specialized equipment.
Varieties of light bulbs
So, with the causes of the breakdown, we have figured out, it's time to find out which bulb is best suited for replacement. The following options are distinguished:
- Incandescent lamps;
- LED lamp;
- fluorescent light sources;
- halogen bulbs.
Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages, which we will discuss in more detail below.
Incandescent
An economical replacement option, which is being phased out by all major freezer equipment manufacturers. Among the advantages of incandescent lamps are:
- at low price;
- pleasant and bright light.
Disadvantages of the model:
- short life. For most incandescent lamps, it does not exceed 1000 hours in active mode;
- high power, and therefore energy consumption.
LEDs
Ideal for any freezer installation due to the following features:
- LED bulbs almost do not heat up, which is why the lighting element practically does not affect the internal microclimate of the bedroom.
- An LED bulb is practically insensitive to sudden temperature changes, which cannot be said about other varieties.
- Thanks to a wide range of sizes, shapes and colors, choosing the right lamp is easy.
- The service life is much longer than other products. In comparison, an LED bulb will last about thirty times longer than an incandescent bulb.
Luminescent
In terms of features, they are similar to their LED counterparts, and the only significant difference is the lifespan. It is less, and the maximum time that a fluorescent lamp can operate is 15,000 hours. In addition, owners of refrigeration units equipped with a fluorescent light source note that the lighting is dimmer and colder.
Halogen
They are used in large equipment that requires powerful light sources. Halogen lamps have similar properties to incandescent lamps, but have a longer service life - in the region of 2000 hours. They are much more powerful than other analogues, which affects the overall power consumption of household appliances.
To note! Do not touch halogen bulbs with bare hands. On contact, they can explode, due to a sharp drop in temperature, concentrated in one point.
How to replace correctly
It is important not only to correctly determine the cause of the malfunction, and to choose the right bulb. Depending on the product model, the lighting will be located in different parts of the refrigerator compartment. This affects the complexity of access to the cover and the design of the fixings.
Allocate:
- light sources located on the top panel;
- on the side panel;
- on the rear panel;
- on the visor.
On the top panel
Algorithm of actions when replacing the light located on the front panel of the refrigerator:
- switch off the device;
- carefully remove the cover with a screwdriver;
- we replace the damaged item;
- install the ceiling back;
- we check the functionality of the new part.
On the side panel
The light sources located on the side panel can be removed in the same way. The only difficulty that the owner of the refrigerator will face when replacing it will be the need to free the shelves for better access to the lamp.
On the back wall
The most inconvenient option for the location of the lamp, since to get to it you will have to not only remove the products, but also dismantle part of the shelf.
If this is not done, it will be almost impossible to approach the scorched ceiling.
On the visor
Dismantling the awning on the visor is not a problem, since access to it is not blocked by any obstacle. The main thing is not to forget to turn off the freezer, and there should be no problems with the rest.
Features of working with different manufacturers
In the event that there are several refrigeration units at home, one of which has the brand of another company, it is necessary to take into account its design features.Among the most common brands that we most often found in our kitchens, we find:
- Indesite;
- Ariston;
- Atlantic;
- Turquoise;
- Samsung;
- Stinol.
Indesite and Ariston
They have a largely complex design, which repeats for different product models. The general procedure for replacing the ceiling is as follows:
- remove the transparent cap;
- carefully open the latches;
- remove the damaged lamp;
- install a working light source.
Atlantic
When replacing the light in the refrigerator of the Atlant brand, keep in mind the following nuances:
- the bulb of the new lamp should not exceed the size of the old one, otherwise the ceiling will not fit;
- the wattage and cap size of the new lamp must also match.
The rest of the lamp replacement is no different from other brands. If you have any doubts during the disassembly process, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
Turquoise
If there is an incandescent lamp in the lampshade, then:
- we connect the ceiling with a screwdriver;
- gently press down on its sides.
If everything is done correctly, the ceiling body will easily detach from the wall, since it is not attached to it with special fasteners.When using LED lighting, the entire unit with LED is disassembled, which is attached to the body with fasteners on the sides of the luminaire.
Samsung
Sequencing:
- remove the ceiling;
- unplug the lamp;
- we replace it with a new element;
- we recover the lamp in its original position;
- Check.
Stinol
We unscrew the fasteners from the ceiling, after which we replace the old light source with a new one. If you have difficulty, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
Common Mistakes When Replacing
Many owners of refrigerators, faced with a similar problem for the first time, often make trivial mistakes, among which:
- In the process of work, condensation remains on the surface of the ceiling, which, through negligence, no one wipes away. Due to this, the shelf life of the product is reduced.
- Many people save on light bulbs by buying inexpensive models. It's not worth doing.
- Owners ignore the manufacturer's instructions, which detail the basic principles of interaction with the equipment.
Rules of operation
To prolong the life of your lighting lamp, follow these operating guidelines:
- Take care of the grounding of household appliances.
- Install an uninterruptible power supply that will reduce the load on the lamp in the event of an electrical problem.
- Do not forget to defrost the refrigeration chambers in time, because the ice crust adversely affects the operation of household appliances.