outlet box

When you come to a switch or outlet box, paper over it.

They are inserted through the hole occupied by the outlet box.

Then remove the ceiling light and examine the outlet box above it.

If other ground wires are present, loosen them from their connection to the outlet box.

Next, unscrew the switch from the outlet box and pull it out of the wall.

Most fans require a standard 4-inch-wide metal outlet box.

If bare copper wires are present in the outlet box, add the new wire to them.

Apply caulking to the rear of the outlet box, and press it against the wall again.

Remove the ceiling light, then inspect the outlet box.

Then unscrew and remove the receptacle from the outlet box inside the wall.

To install this type, simply join the short wires to those of the same color in the outlet box, using wire nuts.

Beneath the plate you will see two screws that fasten the switch to the outlet box.

Fasten the remaining end of wire to the outlet box with a grounding clip.

Press the reconnected switch into the outlet box, being careful not to disturb the wires.

After all connections are made, fasten the interrupter into the outlet box with the long screws provided.

For all types of fans, connect the wires from the motor to those in the outlet box, also by following the manufacturer's instructions.

Outdoors, insert the cable through the hole in the rear of the weatherproof outlet box.

The paneling makes the wall thicker so switch or outlet box becomes recessed.

The screws and outlet boxes were either connected to the neutral, or connected to nothing.

Remove the existing ceiling fixture, then inspect the outlet box to which the fan will be attached.

Bare or green-insulated ground wires are spliced together and attached directly to the outlet box.

If the bulb lights brightly, the outlet box (inside the wall) containing the receptacle is grounded.

Reinstall the switch in the outlet box, restore power, test both switches, and replace the cover plate.

Remove the cover plate and the screws fastening the receptacle to the outlet box inside the wall.