Episode 3 - How To Wire For and Install A Switch
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ก.ค. 2024
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00:00 Intro
00:40 How to wire and install a switch
03:10 Importance of the height of installing the switch
06:35 Running wire to the electrical boxes
08:40 Stapling down the wires
11:50 Organizing wires in to place
12:26 Wire nut placement
14:00 Twisting wires nicely
16:45 Applying wires to switch screws
17:42 Tighten ground first
20:12 Screw switch to electrical box
22:20 Keyless Fixture install
25:00 Testing a light bulb
27:02 Outro
This episode covers the basics of installing an electrical switch. I cover mounting boxes, drilling holes, running 12/2 romex from a power source to a new switch box. From that switch box I install another piece of 12/2 romex to a light above. After wiring and rough-in I install a decor single-pole 15a switch and a keyless fixture with a lightbulb.
I talk briefly about how to rip out wires and twist joints, as well as how to test with a multimeter using continuity to see whether or not a bulb is bad. This is the very beginning of a series from basic to advanced that will show apprentice electricians several different ways to install electrical materials and devices.
*Disclaimer - These videos are for training purposes alone, all work done on electrical systems should be done by a licensed and insured electrical contractor. If you are not an electrician, do not attempt any of the work you are seeing in these videos.*
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A good tutorial like this on youtube is rare, no annoying music, everything well explained by an expert. Dedicated workspace. You are setting the bar higher. Well done!
No annoying music? Were you deaf from 00:00 to 00:37 ?
haywoodyoudome thats just for the intro, but for the actual learning part, there is no annoying music
Dude this rocks..manpower
Profanity is distracting when trying to learn. Your channel, your choice - of course.
Charlotte...profanity is found at all sections of job sites. From the masons doing the basement all the way up to the roof, and everything fucking in between! Scram! Find another instructor!
Hello, I’m currently in the IBEW. And let me tell you, this man has helped me out many times more than my journey man ever has and ever will. Us apprentices that actually wanna learn appreciate you very much sir.
What local are you in?
Local 613 here. I’m in the same boat brother
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Keep going it pays off 505
I’m saying man. This guy is a blessing and I honestly wanna know this much in the future one day.
Finally someone who can properly teach electrical on TH-cam. No music, no gimmicks, straight to the point.
Been an electrician for 16 years and you explain everything I generally do at roughing a house. Nice vid, I see you have pride in your work and it shows.
He didn't say anything about those wires being at least 6", is that code or not?
EyesWideShut if memory serves , yes 6 from the front of the box. As a rule of thumb I generally push my wires to the back of the box and extend the wires out then cut them all to length with my lineman pliers being the guide and cut at the bend of the pliers.
@@jaroadkill260 Unless you are working with BX armored cable. Then you can get away with 12" if memory serves correct.
Dude. I’m starting my apprenticeship in 2 weeks.
I can’t tell you how grateful I am for this series. Thanks man 👊
Now go to the Conex and get a box of 3/4" Bridgeport skyhooks !
How is it?
Being an Electrician in Denmark, it's real cool to see how it's done in other countries. Very nice :)
Dude I'm 40 years old and making a career change from desk jockey to electrician. I just went back to school for 6 month Electrical program and these videos are the perfect supplement to what I'm learning in class. Thanks man! Great stuff.
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How do you like this new industry ? I'm also 40 and make a career change . I use to be a fitness equipment technician in BC CANADA.
40 as well and looking into changing up as we sleak
I'm a trade electrician and ran across this video. I have taught many young apprentices here in New York using this same method. It's funny, even some of the hand motions when describing how a single pole switch makes and breaks a circuit. Well done. Very well thought out and lots of attention to the fundamentals. Exactly what beginners need. 👍
Thank you brother, any suggestions you have are welcomed 🤘
Tom Christopher how can I get a job mr.Tom I’m here in New York looking for a job I have many cert plus my osha 30
@@ElectricianU what's with the porno music at the beginning 😆
Well said
It is currently 1:00am for me, my first day as an apprentice starts in about 6 hours, and I am so frekkin excited that I have just been watching videos all night. Can't wait to start!
how is it bro? did you complete? LMK please..Be safe
@@matteonelson4800I actually stopped after the first year to pursue other things, But I am going back again soon! It was great, I learned a lot and I felt very proud of my work.
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I hope that you return to the trade. I would encourage you to take some Instrumentation Classes too at a local College.
@@kiwikapua1798 when going into a apprenticeship, do i need to know anything going into it? i start soon as well and feel like i need to basics before getting in.
@@challengetv4754 how did it go?
You can shake an incandescent bulb and hear if the filament is broken. Great video. I love how he mentions inspections and why certain codes exist.
Coming from prior knowledge as a dish technician, living in a home with electrical issues, this is an amazing and well put together demonstration I can use to do basic maintenance with confidence.
Wanted to be an electrician, got rejected by the IBEW, became HVAC technician instead… still needed to learn electrical so I’m here and this man is 100% solid gold. Thanks!
Hey HVAC is still a nice trade man. People are always gonna need heat and air conditioning. Best of luck to you!
Man i didn't realize that there was so much detail involved in installing a switch. Good video
thanks my friend!
Iam trying to find some sort of things that would be something similar but for Americawiring codes and the colours they have to use same basics as for U.K. jobs
@@liamoboyle2065 hey what are you specifically looking for
@@ElectricianU if I where rubber gloves will I still get shocked by a live wire
storm Omar slightly
I dont know bout others- but this man absolutely appreciates the time and knowledge you put into this series. Excellent guidance and explanations on each task involved.
Many thanks!
Wulfy
Lol Good Disclaimer too!👍
I just started working for a Commercial Electric company as their Office Manager. I LOVE this channel and will be using it to learn all the basics. It's nice that you break things down and show it visually. I've learned so much just in a few hours. Really appreciate it, thank you!
Your instructions are on point, clear, very precise! I wired an entire two-bedroom apartment just off watching this one video..👍
EXCELLENT video skills. There's nothing worse than watching a video where the person takes 8 minutes shooting the breeze and still hasn't gotten to the subject of his video. Very concise. Very informative. Painstakingly accurate. VERY much appreciated!
Quite possibly one of the best, most clearly explained videos I've seen and on a really important, useful topic. Thanks for putting the time and effort to make this available!
no BS and very informative. I've learned a lot, thank you. subbed
It's fun to see how different it is from country to country. I am an electrician in Sweden, and here we have to put vp hose / pipes in the walls so that it is easier to replace the cables. We also have round appliance boxes.
the tip about stripping the wire starting at an angle helps alot! i usually go at a 90 and sometimes i gotta fight with the wire for a second lol
This gentleman is very talented. He surely knows what he is talking about. After trying several other videos, this was the first one to actually show me how to wire and connect the switch. Excellent video.
So glad I stumbled onto you!, I’m a GC, semi retired, and never was keen on the work of a good electrician, but always respected it. Your lessons and tips make me enjoy learning it, and all the folks in the Union backing you and posting support, makes me appreciate it more and believe……. You are teaching ‘The Way’…. thank you Professor. 🙏👍😁
This is the guy you want to wire your house takes pride in his work,love the extention cord at the end,ive done that before
Your videos are so informative. I have learned things that I thought I'd never be able to do. Thank you so much.
Out of all the electrical videos I've watched, yours is literally the most informative. Thank you for going over every step and all your tricks. I feel more confident now to do my basement.
It was good but watch more videos, he missed some things that may be important so best to have many sources.
I went to college in Ontario for electrical engineering technician and our lab teacher taught us many of the things you teach also.
Other than to strip on the 45 that is a good one that really makes a difference!
Even though you had to fight with your mic cable at the beginning, I'm glad your audio was so clear when starting your channel. Makes a huge difference.
You seem to be a good person to work along with and teach others based off this video. There’s a ton of people that have mastered their craft but don’t like to show others. Great video I hope you share your knowledge and experience with others on video and in person!! Thanks for the tips!! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Because they are sick and tired by now of showing people what they really don't want to know or if they do want to know they would have already done something about that . You can't make a disciple from dead meat.
Best video that I have come across on electrical switch work. I have been doing DIY electrical for years, yet have learned so many new tricks to make the work that much easier and consistent. Great explanation from start to finish.
I think of a switch as a drawbridge with cars going over it. Drawbridge goes up there’s still traffic (voltage) but no current. Or something like that! Thanks for the tutorial. I like seeing your tricks for efficiency and making things orderly.
nice analog to include voltage but no current. thanks
Just bought a new shed and plan to wire it myself. This is a great place to start. Thank you for your time and for sharing. Great stuff!!!
Thanks for going through the basic basics for us who have no idea what we’re doing!
Thanks for taking the time to make the video man. And yes the simplest little tricks you pro's have, makes a huge difference. That 45 degree with the wire stripper advice is golden, and yes I have fought to pull the insulation off lol.
You are a master. Years of fine-tuning are evident in every detail of your technique.
I’m a brand new apprentice, and so glad I found your channel! You are so good at explaining things.
Thank you!
Thanks for doing these types of videos!! I’m always looking for more ways to learn from home at the moment
Your explanation is very clear and very easy to understand. Thank you also for the small tips!
This is the most clearly explained and filmed tutorial I have seen on wiring a switch. Well done!
These videos have helped me so much to see and visualize how all this is done. As someone trying to get into my local electricians union, I feel like these videos will really help me when I get started. Really appreciate you Dustin!
Thank you for taking the time to teach us, you’re great! 👍
You have great technique, skills, plus some wonderful tips !! I enjoyed watching !! I've been a handyman for 12 years... and it's always nice seeing a quality review of the basics !!
How's the handyman business going? Thinking of starting one up myself.
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AMAZING tutorial! You made sure to explain everything you were doing which is crucial in these types of videos. Best one so far on TH-cam. Thank you.
You give the best practical tips!! Like coming in from the top of the box. Stepping on the cable and walking it out. stripping at 45 degrees. Its great.
Great stuff here! Really appreciate you taking the time to make these videos!
Best advice out there. Who says you can’t learn inside secrets on TH-cam. Attention to detail is impressive. Prior military? Thanks for the lesson.
You are such a good teacher man. I'm a new homeowner and I wanted to know how to add a switch and a light to my pantry. I have confidence now after you demystified it for me and many others alike. Thank you.
Excellent! I was an electrician for 3 yrs and after an injury and this pandemic it's a good refresher course to watch your videos!
This was so well-explained, down to earth, knowledgeable. I’m unsure how I stumbled upon this video but it makes me really want to learn more.
IKR:)
Love how meticulous you are with how your twists look and how neat the wires are run. I can't stand people who are ok with sloppy work. It's called pride.
I can not thank you enough for your great pride and craftsmanship in your craft. You have taken away all of my "beginner fears" of becoming an apprentice, and given me a huge headstart. I am extremely thankful to have found a true electrician to watch and learn from.
I don't usually comment on videos but I came here to say this is awesome. You did a really great job not only explaining this, but demonstrating it very clear and simple. This really helped me a lot.
What a beautiful disaster of a video production. I love it. I love your channel and learn SO MUCH from you. You've come a long way and im stoked for you. Im gonna have to go through some of the old ones now.
And the information you gave is perfect for both learningand beingableto teach others in simplistic techniques. I appreciate you.
You had me at "can't fucking reach it"...Brilliant sir. Subbed.
Hahahahah thanks my friend. Check out my other channel too if you haven't already. Journey 2 Master is the channel name
@@ElectricianU biggest take away from your channel is to just hire a professional electrition, sleep well and know my house isn't going to burn down.
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One of the best detailed tutorials I've seen. Thank You!
Great presentation! The Lineman 1 class at the school I attended watch your videos for training and simplifying procedures. Thank you for sharing.
Great video man! I'm 22 years old and looking into trying to better my life. This video helped me a lot considering I don't know anything about being an electrician. Thanks again brother!
Same here bro gonna be 23 in 2 months
come to south texas and apply for industrial work
Late, but Hit up ur local JATC with all the baby boomer retiring there's going be a lot of money to be made
I’m 29 and thinking of doing the same ! Y’all think it’s a good idea ? I’m a complete beginner
Excellent, very knowledgeable, so clearly explained you are the master thanks buddy job well done
GREAT VIDEO! Through trial and error and years of experience you share the Right Way to do things.
Thank you.
good instructional....its very helpful that you include the "little things" such as tips on what may seem trivial but actually has value; these are things that one learns from hands-on experience so thanks for those tips!
Outstanding job Dustin! I hope you make some common troubleshooting videos for us novice homeowners.
I watch your videos like 10time a day or something more i go back n watch everything again just to learn it more you help me a lot thank
Awesome video. Thank you for the tips.
What a time where you can learn this stuff so easily and for free. We are incredibly blessed.
Really appreciate you doing this. Very helpful, I feel a ton more confident in wiring my shed thanks to your tutorials.
This was amazing!!! Good stuff man. I currently applied for my local union ibew apprenticeship. Eventually would want my own company.
Love the ending bro “don’t pay attention to that over there” 😂 Thanks for the video
I've also cut the female end off of an extension cable (12AWG or 14AWG) and used wire nuts to feed power to whatever I'm testing from that power source. I got in trouble once at work for shoving wires in like that. Brings back many memories. :)
I’ve had 6 months in the electrical field and your channel is amazing. I’m definitely gonna watch every video because I learn a lot from them as well as many other fellow electricians. Thanks for your amazing videos. ⚡️🔌
Glad I found this channel. I just bought a house and one of my first projects is going to be moving a switch in one of the bedrooms. Like most bedrooms, the door opens into the room. Whoever wired this one room decided to put the switch behind the door for some reason. Very inconvenient.
And for those of you who may design houses, please pay attention to which way the doors swing! Particularly the front door on houses with stairs right next to it. I can't tell you how many houses I've been to in my EMS career where the door opens and blocks access to the stairs. That makes it difficult for us to get our rescue equipment upstairs. You've got to come all the way in and then close the door and then go upstairs. Worse: it makes it IMPOSSIBLE for a hose line to be stretched to a fire on the upper floor. The door has to remain open to allow the line to pass through it, and any movement towards the stairs is going to push the door further open and block the stairs. Granted they can take the door down and it won't stay in the way for long; but it will cause a substantial delay and greatly increase the cost of the recovery & rebuilding because they're not going to unscrew the hinges or pop the pins out of them. That door, the frame, and the wall it's attached to are about to be destroyed.
Great videos man .subscribed. these videos help me a ton
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Excellent channel! I just started my electrician career yesterday with Dyna electric in San Diego California. Sub'd & hit the notification button!
Keep the videos coming!
I really appreciate your explanation and neatness. I took a certified electrician course, I was the only one there who wasn’t or had not worked as an electrician, and only a couple of people were neat and cared about their work and the results. It means a lot.
That coil to footage tip is gold my man. Keep up the good work, your videos are much appreciated. Love learning from someone who is relatable and knows what they are doing.
Just framed and wired my first room with the help of your vids! Just wanted you to know that you're making a difference! Keep up the good work! Appreciate ya!
Thank you for a well explained tutorial on wiring a light switch i was about too give up after over an hour of watching incomplete tutorials yours was very incisive A+👍
Great video man! I don’t even mind the audio setup because you explain things so well! And thank you for not putting annoying music in the background!!!
This is by far the best video I have seen that explains how to wire a switch. Thank yoiu.
Thank you so much for doing these videos! I just started my apprenticeship about 7 months ago. All of your videos have been extremely helpful and informative.
Thanks again!!
Are you with a union or in trade school?
Dude same here, 7 months at the moment have a lot to learn mine is open shop though
I got 13 days of classes left before I am a first year. These videos are helping a ton!
I’m glad they provide some value, thanks for watching my friend!
You should join the ibew. Pro tip.
Only join the union if you aren't capable of finding your own jobs after one finishes or if you don't mind paying dues. If you are good at finding work with competitive wages and benefits there is no reason to join the union.
@@jordanclayton7913 Don't listen to me or anyone else. Do your own research. IBEW on average pays more. Also has more flexibility. And benefits. It's funny. Only people not in the IBEW bash it. And plenty of non union workers apply and don't get in, or choose not to study enough to make it. SMH. By the way.... I can work non union anytime I want. LOL. Just because you didn't make it, don't try to stop someone else from making it. SMH.
@WEWILLWIN tw15 Don't listen to me or anyone else. Do your own research. IBEW on average pays more. Also has more flexibility. And benefits. It's funny. Only people not in the IBEW bash it. And plenty of non union workers apply and don't get in, or choose not to study enough to make it. SMH. By the way.... I can work non union anytime I want. LOL. Just because you didn't make it, don't try to stop someone else from making it. SMH.
Alright, I know this video is old as shit, the audio sucks, the lighting is terrible...but dude is a rock star. As a builder/pro/student of the trades, it's the little details that make me not just learn, but thoroughly enjoy this channel. Telling us exactly why you start stripping your wires at 45 degrees rather than square to the wire is one of those tasty trade tidbits that not everyone can communicate, but that we craftspeople really soak up. Your channel is fantastic, and harking back to an old video like this lets us appreciate how far you've come in production quality, while reinforcing how the knowledge and core communication has always been there from the start. Thank you, and keep up the excellent work.
Great video, you explain it the way it should be. Exactly what I was needing to wire, watched several others before I found this one. Very professional and informative.
thank you so much , your video is really informative
19:49 can I just say that you are the only person I've ever heard mention this and I love it? I saw somebody (I believe it was Bill at sparkychannel) use green insulated grounding pigtails and I started questioning the safety of bare ground pigtails being ran to a switch or receptacle. The screws are so close that it just feels...off. I've seen people use bare ground pigtails most of the time though so I assumed it must be fine and I just had to be very careful that I keep my pigtails away from the terminal screws. Turns out that's just how it is and hearing you ACTUALLY mention it is so reassuring. Love your videos and so happy that you've started doing this.
Nothing wrong with bare ground pigtails. But there's nothing wrong with using insulated wire, too, if you want to. The trick is just management. I usually shove the device into the box slightly tilted "\" before screwing it in so to make sure all the bare wire is going to be and stay out of the way.
I’m an apprentice electrician in Australia. We only use insulated green/yellow ground (we call it earth) wire. I love seeing how different countries do things
I agree John M -- I have been watching electric videos for days, he is the first to mention to keep grounding pigtails out of the way.
Leaning so much - and very timely. Thank you. I appreciate your take on life.
This Master Electrician is awesome and his videos are just outstanding. Love all of his videos. Thanks for your knowledge.
This was helpful! Thank you for explaining.
Awesome sound is working.
Krolman lol ya man sorry about that!!!!
Hello, I am a newer Industrial Equipment Technician and this channel has been a godsend. Thank you and keep up the good work.
Thank you for making videos like this I’m trying to get into it with my uncle and he recommended you. The way you describe things and show it is very easy for me to understand.
Can you have a go pro just so we can see all the things your working on hands on ? Love the video big help
Buy him one ?
You do have a point cuz on some view points its hard to tell what he's doing, but he still did a better job than some instructors I've had.
im short i would always like things lower but for resale value i think i would leave it normal. im watching your channel before i go a learning class then apprenticeship
Your attention to detail and explanations are much appreciated!
The minute he starts to work you know that this man is professional and knows exactly what he is doing
thank you for all the tips ....great job
I always wrap my switches and receptacles with two wraps of electrical tape to prevent the ground wire from touching the hot wires. Nice video, you take pride in your work and it shows!
That should become rule of thumb, this way Nothing touches hot wires
Mark Pierce here in new zealand(and aus) we use wires that have sheathed earths, makes life a shitload easier
I'll be damned. Green wire nut with a hole. I didn't know such a thing existed. Thanks!
They're not really any better than a copper crimp sleeve or just adding a pigtail with a regular wire nut
They don't seem to use them (green wire nuts) down in the South (as far as I've seen) - but we used them all the time when I worked in the North. I think it's much easier and quicker than using a crimp sleeve. Plus if you have to add a ground wire to wires already crimped (crimp sleeve) - it is a PAIN IN THE A##..... Not so if you used a green wire nut.
I replaced a few light switches in my house and noticed that the new light switches do have a ground terminal on them now.
They’re for carpenters and homeowners. Electricians use barrel crimps.
@@mattmccaffrey4299 GOOD COMMENT. i do not like crimp sleeves. twist the wires tight, crimp the sleeve tight and go to test pull/wiggle the joint and it seems loose. i would NOT put them in my home!!! the GREENIES, twist e'm tight and walk away for 50 years...NO ONE GETS SHOCKED AND NO FIRES!!!
You, sir, are an artist. You take pride in your work and these videos are a beautiful thing to watch. Your clients aren't paying you enough no matter what it is. 😊
Absolutely your calling here my man! You hit it on the head and now I'm gonna go check out your other stuff. Well done sir. Salute!
good vid💪
Please do a vid on blueprint's and proper PPE.
no BS and very informative. I've learned a lot, thank you. subbed
soooo clear and well-paced for new learners! as a DIYer, this is super helpful.
So glad I found this channel. You have been so helpful. Keep them coming.