To attach the cable to the transformer remove 5 8 to 3 4 inches of insulation from the cable wires.
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This should leave 2 wires exposed.
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Some models will vary but most outdoor light fixtures use a screw or clip design to hold your new fixture in place.
Trace the pancake electrical junction box in desired position on the outdoor wall.
Make sure your new outdoor light fixture is firmly attached to the wall.
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You can also use a utility knife to strip the wire although it will be much easier to use the wire strippers.
Then connect the cable to the gfci circuit breaker.
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Ensure power feed is safely turned off at the circuit breaker panel.
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Next connect the green wire from the wall light fixturewith the copper wire from the wall box.
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Twist together both ends of each pair of wires using wire connectors to cover the connection point for each pair.
Use wire strippers to cut the end of the cable and remove about 1 2 inch 1 3 cm of rubber insulation.
Connect the wires accordingly white with white then black with black.
Mark the cable route from the power source.
Check that it is straight and make adjustments.
Next wire the light switch.
Run the cable up to the outdoor outlet and strip the end of it.
Check the manufacturer s instructions that came with the lighting fixtures to determine the size or gauge of cable you need.
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