take the switch off and wire a plug right to it and plug something in that should tell you if they are live but kill the power in that room first in the basement
there is no electricity running thru the wires yet
To remove wires from a light switch, first turn off the power to the switch at the circuit breaker. Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws holding the wires in place on the switch. Carefully pull the wires out of the switch terminals. Be sure to label the wires before removing them to ensure proper reconnection.
Try changing light bulbs check fuses, test light switch, look for broken wires or loose wires.
No, a light switch is a device it does conduct electricity when closed but it is not a conductor. Wires are conductors.
Perhaps by unscrewing the bulb light.
To wire a bathroom fan and light to operate on the same switch, you will need to connect the hot wires from both the fan and light to the hot wire coming from the switch. Then, connect the neutral wires from both the fan and light to the neutral wire coming from the switch. Finally, connect the ground wires from both the fan and light to the ground wire coming from the switch. This will allow you to control both the fan and light with a single switch.
To properly connect two black wires on a light switch, you should twist the exposed ends of the wires together and secure them with a wire nut. Then, attach the twisted wires to the black screw terminal on the light switch and tighten the screw to secure the connection. Make sure the wires are properly insulated and the switch is turned off before making the connection.
To install a smart light switch, first turn off the power to the light switch at the circuit breaker. Remove the old switch and disconnect the wires. Connect the corresponding wires from the smart switch to the wires in the wall. Secure the smart switch in place and turn the power back on. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to set up and connect the smart switch to your home's Wi-Fi network.
If the switch is "closed" both wires should be HOT - with switch open one wire should go COLD-- if not defective switch
To install a light switch with an indicator light in your home, you will need to first turn off the power to the circuit. Then, remove the existing switch and connect the wires to the new switch, making sure to match the correct wires. Finally, secure the new switch in place and turn the power back on to test the indicator light.
To wire a light switch to a light, you will need to connect the switch to the power source and the light fixture. Turn off the power, remove the cover plate, and disconnect the existing switch. Connect the wires from the switch to the corresponding wires in the wall and the light fixture. Secure the connections with wire nuts and screw the switch back into place. Turn the power back on and test the switch to ensure it is working properly.
The reverse light sensor is located at the side of the gearbox and has two wires running to it. To test run a wire across the two and if it lights up that is your problem.