Photo: Kristine Larsen
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Attach one end of the chain to the hanging loop on the lantern and the other end to the loop attached to the ceiling canopy (not shown). Use pliers to open and close the links.
Step 6: Attach the Chain
Introduction
Overview
Step 1
Assemble the Socket Housing
Step 2
Secure the Housing and Ground Wire
Step 3
Prep the Wires
Step 4
Connect the Wires
Step 5
Fit the Socket in the Housing
Step 6
Attach the Chain
Step 7
Thread the Cord and Ground Wire
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Tools List
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Wire stripper
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Phillips-head screwdriver
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Pliers (heavy-duty chain pliers work best)
Shopping List
Deep Leaf cast-iron ceiling canopy in antiqued-bronze finish, including hanging loop and mounting hardware
1½-by-⅞-inch plated steel chain in antiqued-brass finish
2-inch brass socket housing (helps protect socket from the weather)
Leviton medium-size porcelain keyless socket with die-cast cap and set screw⅞-inch brass hanging loop with wireway
1-inch threaded hollow brass screw 'nipple'
Copper ground wire with attached ring (the safest bet for exterior lighting)
Black standard lamp wire
1½-by-⅞-inch plated steel chain in antiqued-brass finish
2-inch brass socket housing (helps protect socket from the weather)
Leviton medium-size porcelain keyless socket with die-cast cap and set screw⅞-inch brass hanging loop with wireway
1-inch threaded hollow brass screw 'nipple'
Copper ground wire with attached ring (the safest bet for exterior lighting)
Black standard lamp wire
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