Chip wrote:
On Thu, 21 Jul 2005 14:18:19 GMT,it is alleged that "BigWallop"
spake thusly in uk.d-i-y:
Just a thought here. The OP stated that if hooked up to both blacks,
(which sounds correct to me given how we're all picturing the wiring)
the light remains on _permanently_. Also that if connected with
red-red, black-black etc, it blows the breaker. (this second is not
surprising IF the switch is *on*, but shouldn't occur if it's off). I
am wondering "shorted/broken switch maybe?".

You're right, it shouldn't have been able to be stuck permanently on. Can't
see any way that could happen except for a shorted switch.

Can the OP try a different switch?

Also, were the connections (choc strip etc.) definitely definitely not
making contact through loose strands, via the metal casing etc?