How to Wire an Outdoor Lantern
- 1). Shut off electricity at the main switch.
- 2). Split the PVC covering on the wire with a sharp knife about an inch in length.
- 3). Using wire strippers, strip the wire insulation back about a an inch.
- 4). Grasp wires and line up with matching colors from your underground wire. Fasten with wire nuts, screwing the nut securely on the wires.
- 5). Wrap wires with electrical tape, securing tightly for extra weather proofing.
- 6). Tuck wires into the center hole of the lamp. Place lantern over the base, install screw and check for level. Place remaining screws in to secure lantern top.
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