Wire and Install Light Switch — Connect Wiring at Switch
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How to Add a Light Inside an Under-Stair Closet · Step 6 of 9
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With power still off, connect the light switch. Typically, a single-pole light switch has two brass screw terminals for hot wires and a green screw for ground. Ensure the switch toggle is in the 'off' position. Connect the incoming hot wire (from your power source, usually identified by tape or previous marking) to one of the brass screw terminals. Connect the outgoing hot wire (leading to the light fixture) to the other brass screw terminal. For the neutral wires (white), twist them together and cap them with a wire nut; they typically do not connect directly to a single-pole switch unless it's a smart switch or has an indicator light. Twist all bare copper (ground) wires together and connect them to the green ground screw on the switch or to the ground screw in the metal electrical box. Once all connections are secure, carefully fold the wired switch into the electrical box and secure it with the provided screws.
Wire and Install Light Switch — Connect Wiring at Switch
Part of project
How to Add a Light Inside an Under-Stair Closet · Step 6 of 9
In this video
With power still off, connect the light switch. Typically, a single-pole light switch has two brass screw terminals for hot wires and a green screw for ground. Ensure the switch toggle is in the 'off' position. Connect the incoming hot wire (from your power source, usually identified by tape or previous marking) to one of the brass screw terminals. Connect the outgoing hot wire (leading to the light fixture) to the other brass screw terminal. For the neutral wires (white), twist them together and cap them with a wire nut; they typically do not connect directly to a single-pole switch unless it's a smart switch or has an indicator light. Twist all bare copper (ground) wires together and connect them to the green ground screw on the switch or to the ground screw in the metal electrical box. Once all connections are secure, carefully fold the wired switch into the electrical box and secure it with the provided screws.