This is what how to videos should be. Straight away into the procedure. All points covered. No bullshit. Very good video!
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
yes.... no bull manure at all. That's how I roll. Hope you like my other videos as well. Please share them with your friends and family..... I need the hits. THANKS!
@rob2669
3 жыл бұрын
4min and 33 seconds...wow , to the point and very informative without any unnecessary chatter!!! Thanks!!
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Rob!
@TrueToTheArts
2 ай бұрын
I am sharing this with my apprentice class tomorrow. ❤
@PhilCrockett
2 ай бұрын
Please do!
@TonyTony-mp1pm
3 жыл бұрын
I worked 15 hour shifts sometimes or 70 hour weeks doing demolition on navy ships when I got out of high school at 18. 2 years down the line I got a lucky break into electric for a higher wage and cleaner job. learned power panels, receptacles, etc. I am studying outside of work to receive a job in residential for 30 an hour + overtime. I have heard residential is different than marine. I have good nerves and am cramming as much info as I can. No debt or college, no handouts, just humble hard work going on 3 years. Thank you for your video. I hope everyone gets it.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
I totally get that! seriously! I make 8 times as much from a 2 year junior college degree than I did with my 4 year big University degree. no joke. I'm the poster child for what you are implying.
@amck72
3 жыл бұрын
There are some unions that will hire you as an apprentice and pay you $20 an hour for the firs year, then once you are fully ready , you can get a union job earning $50 an hour and double time on the weekends and anything you work over 8 hours any given day.
@brettking8663
4 жыл бұрын
I've spent half of an off day watching polished turd videos... great production. Crappy info. This is simple and worth its weight in gold
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
excellent! I hope you find my other videos to be un-polished turds! HA! thanks for watching. Hope you enjoy my other vids as well!
@joshualopez2679
3 жыл бұрын
VERY rarely do I leave a comment. Thank you VERY much for the straightforward explanation and demonstration of this topic. Not being an electrician, but still understanding the basics of electricity, I’ve watched many KZitem videos just wanting verification of my understanding of how to wire this switch; your video showed me I was on the correct path. Keep making more videos just the way you are, they’re exceptionally helpful. Thanks.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that! THANK YOU SO MUCH! I really appreciate the kind words, Joshua!
@nhanzdelossantos3134
3 жыл бұрын
I agree, I skipped through several and this was the best, very thorough. Thanks Phil.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
OH THANKS! I love knowing I helped you out!
@HeartSoulLeake
2 ай бұрын
This is such a great light switch installation instruction video. It clarified the most simple but important steps to get a safe installation done.
@MooMooMath
4 ай бұрын
Thanks I had to wire the on off switch for my furnace. You saved the day. You gotta love KZitem sometimes.
@PhilCrockett
2 ай бұрын
Glad my video helped you out
@llBanell
2 жыл бұрын
"H-White Wire" Hank Hill just saved the day. But forreal, thank you, King🙏🏼 Super straight to the point
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and making fun of me! Love it!
@Warkive
4 жыл бұрын
Simple, no-nonsense explanation with a focus on safety. Thank you.
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to help,JD!
@jameskerry41
4 жыл бұрын
thank you sir, after unsuccessful attempts I was about to send my switch back and call a electrician, but you saved me!
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
I love hearing that! Good to know my video helped you out! Thanks for watching and commenting, James!
@AlexTHoffman
Жыл бұрын
I had a dimmer switch with a ceiling fan causing a horrible buzzing sound. I attempted to replace it with a regular switch and found wires that weren’t the same colors as other videos, but I found your video the most helpful and I successfully replaced with switch after you helped explain how to identify the line and load wires. Thanks for saving me a bunch of headache and making sure I didn’t burn my house down.
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@stevensondwayne
3 жыл бұрын
Straight to the point 👌. Excellent job.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
THANKS!
@rx7tool
Жыл бұрын
That was one of the best explanations I've ever seen on a video
@PhilCrockett
11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for that great comment! I hope my other videos help you out as well!
@jordan5163
3 жыл бұрын
well i just came back from the hospital never forget to turn off the power
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
Good tip, Jordan!
@CJ-uo5cl
3 жыл бұрын
😛
@josephwilliams2633
3 жыл бұрын
I got shocked twice installing mine 🥴 too lazy to walk to the breaker
@vinnymodrak1625
3 жыл бұрын
Hahahhahahahahhhahhha
@alexolivares1327
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, l’ve been looking for a vid that tells me if l can wire without shutting off the power
@pompeo8008
2 жыл бұрын
This clip is beautifully "executed" by a crystal clear step-by-step explanation. Bravo! Please keep doing one by one in such a way, I will become your loyal disciple.....
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Be a disciple of Jesus, and a subscriber of me! LOL! ..,... no ...really.... Jesus rules! Thanks for watching and commenting, my friend!
@am-qd2yc
2 жыл бұрын
@@PhilCrockett amen
@domeniclocalzo9498
3 жыл бұрын
The bell at the end was a really nice touch thanks
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
HA! YES!!!! I did this because my family thinks it's funny........
@rosscatterton
Жыл бұрын
Awesome instruction! Never done this before in my life. Watched this once and got it right on the first try!
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@xDrIvEby101x
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man well explained. It helped a lot I got a circuit in my room blown and my switch was on that side. You saved me a electrician bill. I personally couldn’t remember what I was thought I school so I needed a refresher.
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
I need refresher courses all the time. sometimes, I even watch my own videos if it's been a long time since I've done something. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@DRSmith-kc5yw
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the straightforward explanation!
@PhilCrockett
6 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@yomama6461
3 жыл бұрын
Best and most clear explanation I’ve ever heard about electrical work on KZitem thank you sir
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@deronaldbaggett3828
11 ай бұрын
Excellent video thanks for taking it slow and keeping it simple!!!
@PhilCrockett
11 ай бұрын
That's how I roll! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment
@cliffcurtistruth
2 жыл бұрын
As a Superintendent of high end custom homes we positioned all the plate screws so the slits were vertical (looks better).
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
good tip, Cliff
@Texas2Tuff
Жыл бұрын
This saved me from calling an electrician. Thanks for saving me $200
@PhilCrockett
11 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@californiadreamer5968
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I had some serious sparks then I found your video and now it works perfectly. How can they sell something like that with no directions? Thank you for the clarity and the brevity. My lamp was back in business in no time, and I didn’t get electrocuted. 😵
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
SOOOOOOOOO GLAD you didn't get hurt!!!
@badbadnathanbrown
5 ай бұрын
I'm an Electrician from Australia and I find American wiring so different and fascinating. All our ground wires (earth wire we call it here) are insulated. How do you make sure it won't twist around and touch the hot terminal when you push the switch into the box?
@PhilCrockett
4 ай бұрын
yes! I agree that our ground is ridiculous. I just make sure the wires are tucked carefully. Wish they had insulation on them here.
@bonniejean6692
4 жыл бұрын
Love the ding at the end hehe
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Bonnie! My kids like it when I put little sound effects in there.
@mversantvoort
6 жыл бұрын
Well done tutorial, thanks!
@PhilCrockett
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to comment, Maikel!
@vec3038
Ай бұрын
great video, very easy to follow.
@PhilCrockett
Ай бұрын
Thanks!
@lindacamnetar525
2 жыл бұрын
Followed your instructions and all went well. Thank you!!
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@ginalugo2034
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. I watched many videos and still didn't understand but for some reason your video made perfect sense!!
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear, Gina! Thanks for the feedback!
@pastorlugo121
2 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video and super easy to understand. Thank you.
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@D-train69
2 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, very straight forward an to the point no BS. Thank you.
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@michaelwegner7521
3 жыл бұрын
Straight, informative, and to the point 👍
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
thanks, Michael!
@tracyjohnson2121
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Your direction were very simple and understandable. Great video!
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful, Tracy!
@jagan17a
4 жыл бұрын
@@PhilCrockett ¹0q
@ricardoortiz1686
2 жыл бұрын
very detail and patiently instructed
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching!
@amberrandall3005
2 жыл бұрын
Yay!! I changed my light switch myself! Thank you!
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Amber!
@LuminesBreezer--
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Phil. A great source for class.
@PhilCrockett
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching my video!
@georgelopez6870
3 жыл бұрын
Very clear info!!!👌 I almost gave up, 😒 but I found your video... 😊 THANK YOU SO MUCH! Subscribed.👍👍👍
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
Welcome, George. THANKS FOR SUBBING!!!!!!!!! I hope you find my channel helpful! God bless you, my brother!
@jimmyhat3438
2 жыл бұрын
Perfect demonstration 👍
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@kylesullivan7903
8 ай бұрын
Excellent and simple explanation. Thanks!
@Cherrycola2011
2 жыл бұрын
Can’t be forgetting about those hwyte wires now.
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
I love your proper pronunciation there. You must of had phonics in school, unlike these young kids that still pronounce the "WH" as just a "W"
@oddcrafter1270
2 жыл бұрын
Concise and informative. Thanks!
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@robkunkel8833
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Our home insurance carrier & family thanks you. Never considered a conductivity tool. Rubbing two wires together to look for a spark doesn’t work on houses the same way it does for boats. Decided not to chance it. And wear rubber sole shoes. 🆘OVER … thank you internet.
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Ha! ya.....don't rub these wires together!!! Thanks for watching and commenting. Hope you like my other videos too.
@KINGKUSHORLANDO
2 жыл бұрын
😂🤣
@ncinteriorsplus3520
2 жыл бұрын
A good measure to take is, after twisting the white wires and black wires is to cut the tips off with your side cutters. This bonds the wires together. Most of the problems arrive at those joints.
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
thanks for the tip
@RCInsiders
10 ай бұрын
Well done my friend 💯
@user-sp4di4sk7q
6 ай бұрын
This helped me alot. Thank you so much. You saved me from pulling my hair out.
@PhilCrockett
3 ай бұрын
LOL! you're welcome!
@westshilo3729
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks M8 you saved me a electrician vusit
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help
@kriswalker1898
2 жыл бұрын
He really emphasized the "wh" in white like Stewie Griffin did with whipped cream 😂
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
He must be an idiot
@vm4729
2 жыл бұрын
What happens if you accidentally connect the line/load to the wrong nut?
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
then "off" position will turn the light on .
@michaeleverett2650
Жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter which terminal screw you put the hot wire on on a single pole switch, connection is made internally in the switch only when in the on position alowing current to flow through.
@escapethematrix40
Жыл бұрын
@@michaeleverett2650 Thank you..👍
@G00DS0ULog
3 ай бұрын
I thought if you crossed them it meant kaboom time lol thanks@@PhilCrockett
@Rob555ism
5 жыл бұрын
Very well done. Very clear. good video presentation *****
@PhilCrockett
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, C. Kent!!!
@erictownsend8711
2 жыл бұрын
Very helpfull. Thanks fo sharing your knowledge.
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@ellie_deli
3 жыл бұрын
Huh-wite wires Good video mate
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
thuhanks for whuhatching, glad you noticed my spuheech impuhedimate.
@sasabnis
3 жыл бұрын
@@PhilCrockett not a speech impediment at all, that's just how we on the South say "wh". I'm with ya brother.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
can't help it..... I aced Phonics!
@gnav_alvin
3 жыл бұрын
I learned a lot from this video
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent! thanks for taking the time to comment. Hope you like my other videos too. thanks again!
@meranaamgalib9874
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your video. I managed to install the switch and save my money calling electrical which would have cost me $150.00
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@efrainvasquezmendoza5763
3 жыл бұрын
Two thumbs up...thattt was step by step .thank you boss.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@Citrusdiesel
2 ай бұрын
Great video and teacher!
@irispetit7379
Ай бұрын
Thx! I did it
@PhilCrockett
Ай бұрын
excellent!
@elijahlee24
10 ай бұрын
Does line/load top/bottom really matter
@MrUnix-cu9yy
Жыл бұрын
Best video ever. Thank you!!! 😎 😎 😎 😎 😎
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@stevehoolahan8071
2 жыл бұрын
Great explanation
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Steve!
@1kinnyg
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@patrickgemmill2762
Жыл бұрын
Just what I needed to know. Thanks!!
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@gregmilka2902
3 жыл бұрын
Phil, if you remove one circuit and only need one, where does the white wire go to if you only have two gold screws on the switch?
@edwardquintana8609
3 жыл бұрын
The white neutral wire goes to your light. Your light should have 3 wires a switch leg a neutral and a grounding wire..
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
indeed, Edward! Thanks for your comment!
@Engineerboy100
3 жыл бұрын
Great video, Thank you.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, Clint!
@saelee33
Жыл бұрын
Excellent!!! I'm about to do this soon. Thank you.
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@acclem3026
Жыл бұрын
Is it okay if you connect the switch to the neutral wire instead to the hot?
@victorrodriguez1652
Жыл бұрын
Not, it wouldn’t work
@anthonybanks4958
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sir, your clear directions just helped me install a closet light switch!
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@randycamplin5516
2 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, thanks for instructions
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@pedroviera8991
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, very well explained!
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful, Pedro!
@uwipped
3 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial..thank u
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@eeeffert6042
9 ай бұрын
i want to hotwire the light to stay on...can i just lay a wire between the 2 pole screws?
@muslimsforlife1
3 жыл бұрын
Very nice and easy to understand thank you very much
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Adel!!!! Thanks for watching and commenting. Hope you like my other videos as well. also..... THANKS FOR SUBBING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@creatorsupport7597
3 жыл бұрын
how do I know which switch it is on the breaker box. I really need your help, I broke my mother light switch on accident and want to fix it for her tomorrow. I'm buying the voltage detector, light cover, and single pole switch. IS there anyway we could maybe set up a FaceTime call tomorrow I really need your help and you would save my life.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
Most people have the switches label to which room they run on the door of the electrical box. If not, then have someone hold a wire tester (pen light style) on the wires that feed the switch. Then try each switch until the test light turns off. Then you will know which breaker runs that light switch.
@njsongwriter
3 жыл бұрын
As I understand it, with a single pole switch, it doesn't matter which way you hook up the line and the load (unless it's a GFCI receptacle or a 3 or 4 way switch).
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
right
@amck72
3 жыл бұрын
This is correct. My electrician union buddy told me this a few days ago.
@boomerny1
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother excellent video.
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
You bet!
@rkk158
2 жыл бұрын
Succinct instructions. great job
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@jayjaymerging2659
Жыл бұрын
What about im my case? The old light switch doesnt have a green screw where to connect the ground. So there are 3 wires . Black /red/blue. The red lower screw and black top screw were connected onto the sides, and the blue went into a little hole in the back next to the lower red wire. In this case the blue is the coming up as the hot one. So the new switch has the ground green screw. Now where do the wires go on the new light switch??? Thanks in advance 👍
@PhilCrockett
10 ай бұрын
It is so hard to diagnose your issue when I can't be there to see it
@MAC-ws8fz
Жыл бұрын
Ever get static electricity shock when flipping on or off the switch? Cut small squares of Duct tape, 1/4 inch sq., and place them over the two screws on the plate! I use white to match the plate!
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
hmmm... never heard of that. THANKS!
@iwantfoods1652
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful and clear video! FYI the sound at the end is quite piercing, at least for me.
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
Sorry about that
@RodEvens
Жыл бұрын
Very good video. Never understood load, positive - negitive???
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
Probably easier to understand when watching an outlet video. try this one. kzitem.info/news/bejne/zHiM16minYJ_iIY
@connorstafford9403
Жыл бұрын
No positive and negative in ac, but you could think of it like supply and return in the circuit from the power source.
@slowpoke8585
2 жыл бұрын
NOICE! I feel more confident! Thanks!
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
YW!
@jthemighty175
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, Jeremy! Hope you find my other videos just as useful!
@4rc3l14
4 жыл бұрын
I got a single pole switch but one of the screws is black. Is it the hot one?
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
They're both "hot". remember..... It's breaking the circuit on the hot wire. I think a good example is for you to watch my vid on another switch I put in. You will understand the concept. Here it is: kzitem.info/news/bejne/uJefxWennqqdiWU
@markrobbins7642
2 жыл бұрын
Hey ty helped out a great deal .well explained
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@shoDOHC
2 жыл бұрын
Perfect. Thank you.
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for subscribing!
@tientrinh943
3 жыл бұрын
Does it matter where you put load and line wire in a single pole?
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
nope! only..... you "on" might be off, and "Off" position might be. :"on"
@njsongwriter
3 жыл бұрын
@@PhilCrockett on will still be on and off will still be off. All you're doing is connecting the power flow between two wires. They are either connected or not. They will only be connected when in the on position.
@mynameis757
3 жыл бұрын
@@njsongwriter Thanks for clearing this up.
@patrickpeterman8736
2 жыл бұрын
VERY INFORMATIVE; Phil, I,m attempting to wire a single post light switch- however it will be powered by a 12-volt dc current is the wiring you used here the same for 12 volts as it is for 120ac current??? PJP-it,s an RV overhead light thank,s again
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Hmmm...... I haven't wired an RV. I would pull an existing outlet and see what the factory used. OR..... simply call an RV place maybe.
@patrickpeterman8736
2 жыл бұрын
@@PhilCrockett GOT IT!! THANK,S PJP
@camphu3802
3 жыл бұрын
Very very clear 😊
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that!
@akramsaleh6348
2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like me video, Akram!
@odenehonana5524
5 жыл бұрын
Good info thank u
@PhilCrockett
5 жыл бұрын
So glad u liked my vid, Odeneho! Thanks for the positive feedback!
@rickyc664
2 жыл бұрын
Just getting into this, have a dumb question. Why is there no silver screw to attach the white wire? And great video, thank you!
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
not a dumb question, my friend. The purpose of a switch is to disconnect and re-connect the electrical current. You do this on the black (hot) wire, not the White (return) wire. So.... only one wire needs 'switched', and the proper wire to do this to, would be the Hot wire. It would be like cutting the wire for "off" and touching the cut ends together for "on". Hope this explains it.
@rickyc664
2 жыл бұрын
@@PhilCrockett got it, thank you!
@shawnreynolds2131
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir you were a godsend
@PhilCrockett
2 жыл бұрын
thanks!
@denisewilson4449
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent...thanks so much
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome, Denise!
@DarshilPatel95
4 жыл бұрын
Do we have to secure hot wire on bottom or can it be secured on top as well?
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
either way. It will only affect the relationship of the toggle position to the on and off of the light. If toggled up, and the light goes off, then swap wire positions in order to toggle up for the light to go on. Does that make sense?
@gunneredwards7710
4 жыл бұрын
It doesn’t matter, you’re only making or breaking a hot connection. Make sure the words on the switch are not upside down
@loisscott1632
4 жыл бұрын
This video really helped. My switch has a white wire, black wire, and a ground wire. I have a white and black wires reversed and it caused a short. From watching this video I learned that the hot wire goes on the bottom. My problem is solved! Thank you
@pepperdog3761
4 жыл бұрын
@@gunneredwards7710 ........BINGO!
@Nick-bh1fy
3 жыл бұрын
@@loisscott1632 that shouldn’t cause a short? A single pole switch is only breaking the connection, hot can go on the top of the switch as well
@tahraqapie4783
4 жыл бұрын
great, subscribed
@PhilCrockett
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing, Tahraqa Pie!
@diydaveman
Жыл бұрын
This didn't work for me, I attached the black from the light to the top screw and power to the bottom and it flipped my breaker. Hmmm. Okay I found out the light I was installing was faulty. I installed an older light I knew worked and yes, it worked, so I returned the faulty light.
@PhilCrockett
Жыл бұрын
Glad you finally figured it out, my friend. Thanks for watching and commenting. Sorry it took me a long time to get back to you, some of these comments pass me by.
@rosspeterson2658
3 жыл бұрын
i have a switch where the old switch has the wires going into a hole in the switch rather than going around the screw. the wires seem stuck any advice?
@PhilCrockett
3 жыл бұрын
There's a slit near the hole. stick a small flathead screwdriver in it to release the wire catch within.
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