Patent ID: 6224233
Filing Date: 2001-05-01
Classification: F21S,F21V,F21W

Abstract:
A light fixture adapted for installation adjacent to a generally horizontal panel having an opening therein, comprising:a lamp housing including a lens configured to be located below said opening and having an interior configured to receive the light emitting section of a high intensity discharge lamp and operable to permit transmission of light from the light emitting section of the lamp, said lens dimensioned such that said lens cannot pass through said opening;a temporary retainer attached to said lamp housing and having a retaining portion to secure said lamp housing adjacent to the panel with said lens disposed below said opening and said retaining portion disposed above said opening when said retaining portion of said temporary retainer is inserted upwardly through said opening;electrical control gear for mounting above said panel, said electrical control gear including at least a ballast; andan electrical socket electrically connected to said electrical control gear and having an opening communicating with the lens interior for receiving a base of said lamp.