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You likely wired it wrong. Not sure what you mean by "fizzle out".

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How do you wire a fixture that had two hot and two neutral wires?

To install a new fixture to replace the one that was removed reconnect the two hot wires together and then reconnect the two neutral wires together. Place the two wires from the new fixture to the corresponding wire colours that you just spliced together. This wiring should be down stream from the light switch. When the switch is turned on the new fixture should light. If this is not the scenario of your question then more information needs to be given.


What does it mean when a porch light fixture is turned upside down?

Well, honey, turning a porch light fixture upside down doesn't have some deep hidden meaning. It simply means someone installed it wrong or they were feeling rebellious that day. Either way, it's just a light fixture - not a secret code for aliens or a new fashion trend.


You have two wall lights on one wall connected to one switch you want to change one light to an outlet and keep the other light on the switch How can you do this?

This depends on the specific way your installation is wired. Most likely, though, you will not be able to just change one light fixture to an outlet. Lights that are controlled together are wired with a common hot wire called a switch leg. This switch leg is connected to the switch so that when the switch is on, the wire is hot. This lights your fixtures. To change a light fixture into an outlet, you need a constantly hot wire. This wire is connected to the light switch screw opposite the switch leg. In your situation, you probably need to run new wires to the new outlet which carry this constant hot and a neutral. Or you would have to bypass the switch (wire nut the hot and switch leg together) and install outlets at both light fixture locations. Simply stated, this is not really an easy fix but more of something for an electrician to do. ----If you do not understand the work well enough to accomplish it yourself properly and safely, don't try it. Consult a professional electrician, as they are proficient enough to do it properly and safely. When working on electrical circuits and equipment, make sure to de-energize the circuit you will be working on. Then test the circuit with a definitive means to make sure it is off (multimeter with metal tipped leads, voltage tester with metal tipped leads, etc., NOT a non-contact tester, which is not definitive.)


You have an outside light that won't work but switch has power?

First and foremost make sure the light bulb is a good one. Try it in another fixture to make sure, even if it just came out of the box it was packed in. If you have checked the switch for power then you must have a tester. The power coming to the switch will most likely be on the top screw. Turn the switch on and see if you have voltage on the bottom screw. Check this voltage from the screws to the ground wire as the neutral will not be accessible in the back of the switch box. If there is voltage to the bottom screw then move on to the light fixture. Remove the outside light fixture and see if you get a voltage reading on the incoming hot (black ) wire. If there is voltage there then you have to see if the lamp holder is making continuity. If you have an ohm meter or a continuity meter remove the lamp fixture from the "hot" wire and the neutral connection and see if you get a reading across the fixtures black and white wire. This has to be tested with the bulb in the fixture. No continuity reading then there is trouble with the socket. Might be time to think about a new fixture.


How do you hook up one light to one switch in a basement lighting system that has all 10 lights connected to one switch?

If you have good access to the wiring this is relatively easy to do. Each of the 10 lights is connected to another in parallel in a "daisy chain" fashion. Light 1 is connected to the switch, light 2 is connected to light 1, light 3 is connected to light 2 and so forth. Let's say it is light 5 that you wish to switch separately. You can first install the new switch by either adding a new box or modifying old switch box. There are two gang switches that will fit the form factor of a single switch. TURN OFF THE POWER TO SWITCH BOX. Using the same supply input at original switch, add a new black wire to the wire nut for input to original switch and connect this to the input of new switch. Then run a new wire to light 5 and connect black wire to the output of new switch. Connect all the white wires together in switch box and separately connect all bare wires together in switch box. Now at light 5 undo the black and white wire coming from the fixture, and reconnect the wire nuts so that there is a direct connection between light 4 and light 6. Do the same for the ground if present (bare wire). You now have the fixture wires hanging free. Now connect the black wire from new switch to the fixture black wire and white to white and you are done.

Related Questions

How can I replace the kitchen light in my home?

To replace the kitchen light in your home, follow these steps: Turn off the power to the light fixture at the circuit breaker. Remove the old light fixture by unscrewing it from the ceiling. Disconnect the wires from the old fixture. Connect the wires of the new light fixture to the corresponding wires in the ceiling. Secure the new light fixture to the ceiling. Turn the power back on at the circuit breaker and test the new light.


What are the steps involved in a light fixture installation?

The steps involved in a light fixture installation include turning off the power, removing the old fixture, connecting the wires, attaching the new fixture, and testing the light.


How can I replace a bathroom light fixture with a new one?

To replace a bathroom light fixture with a new one, first turn off the power to the fixture at the circuit breaker. Remove the old fixture by unscrewing it from the wall or ceiling. Disconnect the wires and remove the mounting bracket. Install the new fixture by connecting the wires, securing the mounting bracket, and attaching the new fixture. Finally, turn the power back on and test the new light.


How can I install a new light fixture?

To install a new light fixture, first turn off the power to the existing fixture at the circuit breaker. Remove the old fixture by unscrewing it from the ceiling and disconnecting the wires. Install the new fixture by connecting the wires to the corresponding colors (usually black to black, white to white, and green or copper to the ground). Secure the new fixture to the ceiling and turn the power back on to test the light.


How do I go about replacing a ceiling fan light fixture?

To replace a ceiling fan light fixture, first turn off the power to the fixture at the circuit breaker. Remove the old light fixture by unscrewing the screws and disconnecting the wires. Install the new light fixture by connecting the wires and securing it with screws. Turn the power back on and test the new fixture to ensure it is working properly.


What are the steps involved in replacing LED light fixtures?

Turn off the power supply to the existing LED light fixture. Remove the old fixture by unscrewing it from the ceiling or wall. Disconnect the wires from the old fixture. Install the new LED light fixture by connecting the wires to the corresponding terminals. Secure the new fixture in place by screwing it onto the ceiling or wall. Turn on the power supply to test the new LED light fixture.


How can I change a bathroom light fixture?

To change a bathroom light fixture, first turn off the power to the fixture at the circuit breaker. Remove the old fixture by unscrewing it from the wall or ceiling. Disconnect the wires and remove the mounting bracket. Install the new fixture by connecting the wires, securing the mounting bracket, and attaching the new fixture. Finally, turn the power back on and test the new light.


How do I install a light fixture?

To install a light fixture, first turn off the power to the area. Remove the old fixture, connect the wires of the new fixture to the corresponding wires in the ceiling, and secure the fixture in place. Finally, turn the power back on and test the light.


What type of plate is required for installing a new light fixture in the ceiling?

A junction box cover plate is required for installing a new light fixture in the ceiling.


How can I replace a fluorescent light fixture?

To replace a fluorescent light fixture, first turn off the power to the fixture at the circuit breaker. Remove the cover, then disconnect the wires and unscrew the fixture from the ceiling. Install the new fixture by connecting the wires and securing it in place. Finally, turn the power back on and test the new fixture.


How can I install a new light fixture in the ceiling?

To install a new light fixture in the ceiling, first turn off the power to the existing fixture at the circuit breaker. Remove the old fixture and disconnect the wires. Install a mounting bracket for the new fixture, then connect the wires from the fixture to the corresponding wires in the ceiling. Secure the fixture to the bracket and test that it is working properly before turning the power back on.


What are the steps to install a wire light fixture in a room?

Turn off the power to the room at the circuit breaker. Remove the existing light fixture. Connect the wires from the new light fixture to the corresponding wires in the ceiling. Secure the light fixture to the ceiling. Turn the power back on and test the light fixture to ensure it is working properly.