Simple Electrical Remote Switch

In this Instructable I show you the easiest way to make a remote switch control that will make it easier to turn stuff on and off when needed.

Gather all supplies listed below.

Supplies:

· Power Cord 14 Gauge

· Male Power Cord Adapter

· Metal Outlet Box

· 1/2” Knockout Cable Clamp

· Outlet/Switch Combo

· Outlet Cover

Equipment:

· Screw Driver

· Wire Cutters/ Strippers

· Needle Nose Pliers

Make a hole in the top of the metal box by pushing the screwdriver into the knockout. Then grab the edge of the knockout and twist with needle nose pliers to break the knockout completely off.

Attach the 1/2” knockout wire clamp to the electrical box.

Next, strip down the wires on the power cord down from the end that will be attached to the outlet.

Feed the power cord through the knockout.

Cut a piece of wire off of the end of the power cord Approximately 3”, and it will be used as a jumper on the outlet/switch. Next attach the jumper to the right side of the switch to the right side of the outlet.

From the power cord attach the Neutral “White” wire to the neutral terminal next to the outlet. Then attach the Power “Black” wire to the power terminal on the switch “Same Side as the Neutral. Next take the jumper wire and attach it to the other side of the switch to the other side of the outlet.

Next screw the outlet/switch to the box and attach the outlet cover.

Tighten the knockout clamp around the power cord.

Strip the wires on one end of the power cord and attach it to the male end of the plug.