Illuminated Light Switch Replacement

Introduction

It may come in handy to know how to replace or remove an illuminated light switch. It is a simple and quick process but there are some safety measures you must follow through with. Dealing with electricity is no joke so you will need to make sure to follow all the steps correctly including to turn off your circuit breaker and light switch before beginning any repairs. Use this guide to replace your light switch.

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Turn off the power/circuit breaker.
You can also turn off the power of the entire house/or building.
Turn off the power switch where you will be working.

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Remove the screws using a Phillips screwdriver to dismount the switch from the wall.
Use a circuit tester to test and make sure that the power is off. Use both ends of the circuit tester and go into the side of the switch into the wall. Connect the pointed ends of the tester and touch them to the screws attached to the side of the switch.
If your tester does not light up that means there is no power.
Make sure there is no electricity using your circuit tester.
Remove the switch from the wall.

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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws that are on the side of the light switch.
This will loosen the wires which are wrapped around the screws.
Take the wires right off the screws like so.

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With the new light switch, reattach the wires around the screws.
You may need to use some wire cutters to tighten the wire around the screw.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the wire around the screws by turning it until you feel it is not loose.