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    Nov 6, 2009, 08:59 PM
    Adding light switch and light from outlet
    Would like to know how to wire have excisting outlet would like to come off this outlet and put light switch then light
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    Nov 7, 2009, 12:54 PM
    On your outlet connect a 14/2 wire under the screws and run wire to the switch... run another 14/2 wire from your light to your switch... connect the white wires using a marrett and put the black wires to your switch. Let me know how you make out.
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