Repair 7

How to Mount a Toggle Switch

Toggle switches are utilized in virtually all appliances, vehicles and structures. As a result, their mounting system is designed to be universal. It consists of a circular base with threaded sides, a washer, and a small threaded nut. The circular base is inserted from under or behind the mounting surface while the washer and nut are installed over the actuator in the front or top of the mounting surface. This type of fixture can be installed into any solid surface. When tightening the retaining nut be careful to avoid damaging the mounting surface.

Instructions

1

Unscrew the mounting nut from the male threaded mounting fixture that makes up the base of the actuator with pliers.

2

Drill a hole in the surface you wish to mount the switch to. The hole should be just large enough to allow the threaded male mounting fixture to slide through.

3

Slide the threaded male mounting fixture through the hole.

4

Slide the washer and mounting nut over the actuator and onto the male threaded mounting fixture.

5

Tighten the mounting nut with pliers until it is snugly in place.