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[clanpipe]

I have to renew the cord at the switch, the cord goes into a black 'box'inside the fitting and is secured by two screws. Does this mean I have to renew the whole switch or can I unscrew the 'box' to renew the cord?

[BLAKEY1963]

CLANPIPE
Isolate mains power , note where wires go and replace
wiv new pullcord switch

BLAKEY1963

[clanpipe]

Thanks Bakey, it does seem idiotic tha tthe whole swirtch has to be replaced but will persevere.

[sparx]

replace switch, if you attempt to open it you will have springs and bits of copper/brass every where,

[moggy1968]

they.re not expensive and trying to dismantle one just isn't worth the hassle

[acsimpson]

Alternatilvely tie the new string on as close to the top of the old one as feasible, then cut the old one off.

[moggy1968]

[quote="sparx"]replace switch, if you attempt to open it you will have springs and bits of copper/brass every where,[/quote]
Sparx,
is that the voice of experience there :wink:

[sparx]

Moggy, yup too right!

curiousity may have killed the cat but it gave me a face full of bits....

regards Sparx.