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    Nov 4, 2012, 09:46 AM
    Replace old attic pilot light switch
    The old pilot light switch that I am replacing for my attic had four terminals on it; a black and white wire connect on each side. The new switch that I purchased to install has only three terminals: a silver screw and a brass screw are on one side, a black on the other. I've tried a few combinations but none have worked. If anyone has any insight please share! (and I'm only a novice DIYer, so easy on the jargon please!)
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    Nov 4, 2012, 11:24 AM
    Connect the two white wires together with a wirenut and add a pig tail. Wire switch as shown in diagram below.
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    Nov 4, 2012, 02:45 PM
    https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/i...A5HWtp5brlZrEr
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    Nov 4, 2012, 03:11 PM
    Shunstripper, are you sure you want that link posted here
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    Nov 4, 2012, 03:32 PM
    Just jokin'

    Op said easy on the Jargon

    Just seeing if he objected to Jar Jar (Binks) too.
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    Nov 4, 2012, 09:02 PM
    That's she shuntripper...
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