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    myelectric Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 12, 2016, 07:41 PM
    How do I install aligh fixture with red wires in the ceiling
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    How do I install aligh fixture with red wires in the ceiling
    I know what the black and white wires are but not the red wire
    I'm trying toin stall my new track light but there are red wires as well as black & white wires please help
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    Mar 12, 2016, 11:28 PM
    The red wire is the live wire, do not touch it without insulating gloves and turn off the power before you do anything. Don't take anything for granted with electricity and if your electrical knowledge is this poor you should call a contractor
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    Mar 13, 2016, 06:10 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by paraclete View Post
    The red wire is the live wire, do not touch it without insulating gloves and turn off the power before you do anything. Don't take anything for granted with electricity and if your electrical knowledge is this poor you should call a contractor
    WTH kind of answer is this? Yes, the red is a hot wire, most likely a switched wire, but it is no hotter than the black.
    And insulating gloves? What DIY has those? Killing the power and testing to make sure it's dead is fine.

    Quote Originally Posted by myelectric View Post
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    How do I install aligh fixture with red wires in the ceiling
    I know what the black and white wires are but not the red wire
    I'm trying toin stall my new track light but there are red wires as well as black & white wires please help
    The red is most likely a wire coming from a switch.
    You give us almost no detail other than you have a red wire. Can you give us more detail as to what the situation is?
    Can you not simply hook up the new light like the old?
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    Mar 13, 2016, 10:04 PM
    Paraclete...............
    Perhaps you should consult a qualified electrician before you post.
    Your answer is based on assumption and in no way can be considered accurate.

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