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John and Scott, Just want to update you both. I am still here. Did not get electrocuted though I was quite nervous changing out that dimmer for a light switch. However, in the end, it was extremely easy. Just pulled out the two black wires from the dimmer switch and screwed them into the...

Okay. There's a first time for everything. Just waiting for the switch to arrive. If all goes well, it should take under 5 minutes. I will let you know how it turns out.

And that box on the back of the dimmer should pry open? Wow. Can't believe all I have to do is turn off the power, release those two black wires, and screw them into the new switch. Easy Peasy! John, THANK YOU!

John, Really, really, really appreciate the help. This is the actual switch I ordered from Amazon. It is arriving today... So, I just take the two black wires and connect them as indicated? Is it that easy?

Hopefully, I can do this without calling an electrician. I need to change from a dimmer to a two pole light switch First question: After I turn off the power, how do I disconnect the two black wires from this box on the back of the dimmer? Do they just pull out? Is there a release anywhere...