Small Scale Offgrid Solar PV: Installation Manual
Screw the bulbs into their holders.
4. Install the switches.
Switches are sometimes available in two types. The switches in the photos below are not
designed to screw to the wall. In general they are installed with their cable hanging in the air
below the bulb socket.
The others have holes on their backing so that they can be screwed to the wall. Normally they
are installed in the entrance of the room and the cable is clipped to the wall.
Switch connection
Even though they need more cable it‟s preferable to use the wall mounted switches because
supporting the cables improves the mechanical resistance of the electrical installation. This
reduces the risk that a hanging cable could be pulled out one day, possibly damaging the
installation. The people of the house should be consulted about switch positions.
Firstly make sure that your cable is long enough between the switch, the main Distribution line
and the bulb socket. It‟s important to have as few cable splices as possible. The interior
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