Hello! I'm trying to replace a floodlight

[erictwalker]

Hi everyone, I've just joined the forum today and I'm looking for some advice.

I recently bought a new pir sensor LED flood light for the back garden. I removed the old fitting after taking a photo of the wiring but (like an idiot) I've managed to lose said photo.

What's throwing me is that I (think!) I recall that the two neutral wires were joined end to end using a separate connector block whilst the twisted live and CPC wires were inserted into the block inside the lighting fixture. I can't see how this would create a circuit to power the light. I've attached some photos to illustrate. Any advice would be greatly appreciated (even if it's just to get an electrician in which I am already considering!) Many thanks in advance!

 

[buzzlightyear]

With out the correct test gear, you has will cal in a local spark.

 

[erictwalker]

With out the correct test gear, you has wwll cal in a local spark.

Hi buzzlightyear, thank you for responding. I do own a multimeter. Would that be sufficient to test the circuit? Thanks

 

[westward10]

One of those blacks is not a neutral it is the line (live) return from the switch, the black in the picture of the switch. The two reds need connecting together but not connected to the new light, keep them in a separate connector. All you need to know is which one of the blacks is that live, the other will be neutral.

 

[erictwalker]

One of those blacks is not a neutral it is the line (live) return from the switch, the black in the picture of the switch. The two reds need connecting together but not connected to the new light, keep them in a separate connector. All you need to know is which one of the blacks is that live, the other will be neutral.

Hi westward10, thank you so much for replying and for explaining so clearly. That makes perfect sense!

 

[erictwalker]

Job done. Thanks again!

 

[David Prosser]

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[erictwalker]

Try this as well !!

High Performance Wet Rot Wood Hardener

Our Wet Rot Wood Hardener strengthens rotten wood and prevents more damage. It creates a strong base and makes it easy for you to fill holes and tidy up.

www.ronseal.com

Thanks for the tip!

 

[carloslan2006]

Hi buzzlightyear, thank you for responding. I do own a multimeter. Would that be sufficient to test the circuit? Thanks

The two reds need connecting together but not connected to the new light, keep them in a separate connector.

 

[erictwalker]

Thanks everyone. Sorted now