On Friday, August 11, 2017 at 11:30:47 AM UTC-5, KenK wrote:
My ceiling light in my bedroom conked out this morning, I grabbed a VOM and
removed the cover from the wall switch to see if it was working,
Unfortunately instead of the four connections I was expecting there were
only two, I assume the hot line in and out. Without access to the neutral I
can't use the voltmeter to see if the switch is working, I rashly assume
the neutrals are connected together on the back of the switch. Is there any
way I can check this switch without removing it?

If I decide to remove it how can I find the correct power breaker to turn
off since the light it feeds doesn't work. I can't just flip breakers until
the light goes off.

Suggestions - besides call an electrictian and spend a bunch of my sparse
money?

TIA
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Get an extension cord, plug it into the nearest outlet and plug one of the leads from your meter into the neutral(wide blade slot) on the extension cord. You can then touch the other lead from your meter to the terminals on the switch to see if you're getting power. Improvise! ヽ(ヅ)ノ

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