How Do You Add An Inline Switch To A Lamp?
An inline switch is a self-contained switch that can be installed on the cord of a lamp. This is useful if you have a lamp where it can be difficult to reach the knob on the base of the socket, like a lamp on a high armoire next to your bed. Who feels like getting out from under the covers to turn the lamp off? Here’s how to install an inline switch closer to you-so you’re all set! Before you begin the installation, unplug the lamp from the wall outlet. This is extremely important, as you will be cutting one of the wires on the cord during the installation of the inline switch. Remove the screws holding the inline switch together and open it up. On one side you should see a set of screw terminals. Across from the terminals you will see where the other wire will travel unaltered. Now find the ideal location on the lamp cord for you to install the inline switch. Hold the lamp cord over the side of the switch with the terminals. Now, as you can see, the lamp chord has a line running down
