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How To Replace A Light Switch Bob Vila
How to replace light switch. To replace this kind of switch follow these steps. Now get the replacement light switch ready using its on off labels to help you orient the unit. Use electrical tape around the light switch and wires for extra insulation. Disconnect the power to the light switch at your homes electrical service panel also known as the breaker box or. Purchase a new light switch that meets your requirements at a local home repair or hardware store. Take your new switch and make sure it is facing right side up and connect the wires.
Learning to change a light switch is a wiring project you can do yourself with just a few common tools and our easy to follow step by step instructions. Changing a single pole light switch 1. Then use a voltage tester to make sure that the circuit is dead. Unscrew the switch from the electrical box and pull it out with the. Turn off the power by switching off the circuit breaker that controls the circuit feeding the switch. Unscrew and remove the switch plate.
In older systems that. Remove the cover plate. Turn off the power to the switch at the main circuit breaker or fuse panel. Screw the switch into the wall and. Shut off the power. If necessary use a wire stripper to expose about a half inch of both the hot and neutral wires.
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