Turn the power to the dimmer switch off at the main service panel. Remove the screws from top and bottom of the dimmer switch.
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How to remove a dimmer switch. Before you even touch the faceplate on your dimmer switch make sure that the power to the room is off. Light switches interrupt the hot usually black or red that goes to the light. Dimmer switch tips and troubleshooting. If you are replacing a three way switch you will need to be sure you buy the correct dimmer that is compatible with a three way switch replacement. Electricity is dangerous dont take chances. Theres actually not a whole lot you need for this project.
Remove the cover plate and then unscrew the switch from the box. Remove the screws from the dimmer switch cover plate with a screwdriver and pull the cover plate from the wall. Depends on personal level experience ability to work with tools and access to the light fixtures. When buying a dimmer switch check the maximum load its rated for. The absolute must have tools include a pair of needle nose. The dimmer switch is in the spotlight.
How to replace a light switch with a dimmer switch. For example if it has a limit of 600 watts you wouldnt want to install the dimmer on a switch that controls 8 100. How to install a standard switch from a dimmer switch safety first. We reserve the right at all times to remove any information or materials that are unlawful threatening abusive libelous defamatory obscene vulgar. Two black wires is a single pole switch. Prepare your wires.
If your switch has three wires one being red and two being black this is a three way switch. Remove the existing light switch. Basic electricians pouch hand tools a non aluminum ladder and voltage tester. Then you will need to take the top and bottom screws out of your old switch in order to remove the switch. Turn off the power. How to replace a dimmer switch with a light switch.
How do i bypass a dimmer switch. This electrical wiring project is best performed by a licensed electrical contractor. Before you start removing a dimmer switch see the article electrical safety tips for added information on electrical safety. As above youll be connecting to lead wires coming out of the 3 way dimmer switch and will be using wire nuts. Once youre certain no power is being supplied to the room use a screwdriver to remove the two screws. Now most switches will have two wires to connect in order for them to work properly.
Identify the light circuit turn it off and tag it with a note before working with the wiring.
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