How to replace a single pole light switch residential applications only step 1. Leah from see jane drill demonstrates how to replace a single pole light switch.
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How to replace a single pole light switch. Now take a level and level the switch cover for a nice appearance. Tighten the two screws into the box keeping it as plumb as can be. Remove the cover plate. Turn off the power by switching off the circuit breaker that controls the circuit feeding the switch. Finding the circuit breaker panel step 5. Inside the panel door step 6.
First if youre uncomfortable doing electrical work contact an electrician to do the job. Get to know the single pole switch step 4. Turn off the main circuit breaker step 7. Replace the switch cover and tighten its two screws. Replacing a standard single pole wall light switch is an easy diy project that only requires a few tools and a little know how. Watch the wires in the box as you tighten the switch screws as not to damage the wires.
You may have to adjust the wires in the box to make everything fit. Everything home tv duration. Episode 3 how to wire for and install a switch duration. Everything home tv 18282 views. In older systems that. Tools materials duration step 2.
She gives step by step instructions so that the beginner or novice can easy follow the steps and complete this task. Shut off the power. Light switch replacement single pole by.