Trying to replace double light switches in my kitchen
by Gloria S
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I am trying to replace a double light switch in my kitchen ( #1 of 3) & I am already in trouble !! Sure hope someone can help !! The wires are just hanging out of the wall, because I would wire it up ( ,thinking it was correct !!) then when I would turn the power on, there would be nothing ,..no power, no light, no fan !! Now I don't know what wire goes where or what its purpose is !! Please h e l p me !!...Thanks in advance.
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Suzette
on Jul 16, 2017
Hi Gloria, Here's a how to video that may help! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XajHvw7mga8Good luck!![]()
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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on Jul 16, 2017
You can do this! Here are a couple links to help you out.http://www.dummies.com/home-garden/home-improvement/lighting/how-to-replace-a-light-switch/http://m.wikihow.com/Replace-a-Light-Switch -
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Shirley Heikkinen
on Jul 16, 2017
If that fails, call an electrician! There is good reason electrical work often requires a permit!- See 2 previous
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Taylor.kimberly001
on Jul 16, 2017
Hello.1st Have an electric current tester on hand when dealing with electrical.2nd Learn your wires:(a) Black = Hot (power wire)(b) Red = Hot (power wire connects to a light switch on the wall)(c) White = Neutral(d) Cooper color Wire = GroundSo the wires that might be coming out the wall maybe black, white, copper, and/or red. If the junction box has 2 switches then you will have 2-black, 2 white, and 2-copper color wires.If the double outlet is pre-wired for a light and a ceiling fan the wires might have a red wire included.This is how to hook up the switch: Black (Red) wire = Brass colorWhite wire = Silver colorCopper wire = Copper colorThis is the same setup no matter for a switch or a outlet. I hope this has helped you. Have a good one.
Suzette
on Jul 16, 2017
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