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