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No, the neutral is only needed at the load. This is where the connection is made to the light fixture.

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Why can't you change out a switch for a receptacle?

Electrically there is no reason you couldn't if the neutral exists in the switch box. But in a home, a switch is required just inside every door. So other arrangements would have to be made for that. Replacing a switch with a receptacle would mean there is no longer a switch, of course, for the lights. They would either be on all the time or off all the time. If you need a receptacle at this location, consider installing a combination unit with a switch and single receptacle on the same yoke.


How do you install a new ventilation fan on a second light switch using the power from the existing light switch?

you probably can't, you need a neutral and a live wire to make a fan work. switches normally only have live wires.


How do you wire a 3 way dimmer switch that has two black wires and one green?

You need to first determine where wires go. If you Google 3 Way Switch you can get a diagram. Each switch has 3 contacts.. Think about a kids teeter totter. Each end represents a switch contact and the center is a common point. You connect the ends to either end on the 2nd switch. The common contact on one switch goes to supply power hot side and on the other switch the common point goes to the load. Then the neutral of supply connects to the load neutral and the supply ground connects to the ground of the load.


How do you wire a circuit so that the switch only controls the second receptacle and the first receptacle is always energized?

You will need a receptacle that you can wire each outlet separately (not jumpered). You would then wire the switch in series on the line conductor with the outlet you want switchable. Wire the other outlet directly to the power source. You can jumper the neutral from one outlet to the other.


Does a 208 volt outlet need a neutral?

No a 208 volt outlet does not need a neutral. 208 volts is the line voltage between any two legs of a three phase 208 volt system.

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Where do you attach the neutral in a 240 volt switch?

Unless the switch has a pilot light on it there is need for a neutral connection to the switch.


Bypass neutral safety switch?

To bypass the cars neutral safety switch, you need to find the two wires to the safety switch and connect them together. It can also be done by putting the car in neutral.


Your truck dont want to start sometime and after you move the shift lever acouple of time it start right up what can it be can it be the neutral switch?

Need to replace the neutral safety switch, or may just need adjusted.


Why does my 1998 Nissan Pathfinder need a neutral safety switch?

A neutral safety switch prevents the car from being started in gear which can make start moving unexpectedly. If you need to replace the switch, it's likely that it is broken. Switches usually go bad from corrosion.


How do you change a neutral safety swicth on a ford e350?

The neutral safety switch is located on the transmission shift lever. Its held onto the transmission case by 2 bolts in slotted holes. You will need to remove the kick down lever. The switch will slip off the shift lever with just a little pry if dirty. Replace the switch while the transmission is in neutral. There is a small hole in the side of the switch to stick a small pin or awl into to locate the neutral position of the switch. I would try to adjust the old switch before replacing it.


Tiburon neutral safety switch works intermittently fix?

If the neutral safety switch is only working intermittently, some of the screws may be loose or the switch may have gone out of alignment. You can use a 12-volt test light to check the switch. If there isn't any power running through the wiring, you will need to replace the switch.


Do you need a neutral wire to a switch when they both are hot wires?

It depends on the circuit used, but usually, yes.


How do you bypass a neutral safety switch on a 94 Chevy Blazer S10?

Need to know if it is standard or automatic and why.


Have 93 Mazda B2200 and need to know what the name of the switch is that is activated by depressing the clutch pedal so the truck will start?

This is usually known as a neutral safety switch or shift interlock switch.


Can you bypass the neutral safety switch on a Honda civic what wires do you need to cross?

You want the car to start in gear? Are you nuts?


Why can't you change out a switch for a receptacle?

Electrically there is no reason you couldn't if the neutral exists in the switch box. But in a home, a switch is required just inside every door. So other arrangements would have to be made for that. Replacing a switch with a receptacle would mean there is no longer a switch, of course, for the lights. They would either be on all the time or off all the time. If you need a receptacle at this location, consider installing a combination unit with a switch and single receptacle on the same yoke.


1990 Delta 88 new starter and battery only works sometimes if you play with the shifter. Is there a switch in the transmission?

On top of the transmission, there is what is called a "Neutral Safety Switch". The shift linkage passes through this switch, and the switch does not allow the car to start unless the car is in park or neutral. The switch is adjustable, and may need to be adjusted. The switch is located it on the top of your transmission, drivers side, under and behind the engine's air intake. To adjust it, loosen the small bolts that hold it down and slide it around. Use trial and error to find a place where it allows the car to start in both park and neutral. If this does not work, you may need to replace the switch.