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Lights From Down Under – Part Four

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9 – Finalize the outlet/dimmer switch

After you have attached the outlet and dimmer, make sure that all of the wires are secure and then put on the new face plate, using the screws that should have come with it. These screws should align neatly with the predrilled [...]

Lights From Down Under – Part Three

Continuation of Step 7 – Wiring the new outlet

To make it easier to connect the wires, use the lineman’s pliers, and twist the ends together before putting on the connector. Okay, now that you have the new white wires attached to the ones that are inside the electrical box, you need to connect one [...]

Lights From Down Under – Part Two

4 – Fasten Fixture

To install the new light fixture for under the cabinet, you want to remove the light bulbs and the piece of metal that holds the bulbs, if possible. Hold the fixture up under the cabinet (you may want to have someone help you with this step), making sure that it is [...]

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