I've come across this type of wiring a lot. Usually, I use white and black electrical tape on the wire as far back into the box as I can then wirenut a short length - about 9" - of white and black wire, tape the wire and wirenuts (something I always try to do anyway) then cram it all in the back of the box so that the new wire that I put in is the only wire I deal with.
That cloth is easy to fall apart in most cases I've come across. If there is any way to replace it, do so.
To: DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com
From: subprong@gmail.com
Date: Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:34:25 -0600
Subject: [DIY] Replaced a light switch. Question. Photo.
That cloth is easy to fall apart in most cases I've come across. If there is any way to replace it, do so.
To: DoIt_Yourself@yahoogroups.com
From: subprong@gmail.com
Date: Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:34:25 -0600
Subject: [DIY] Replaced a light switch. Question. Photo.
I replaced a light switch. Photo at the link
The wiring is old. I believe there is black casing over the wiring and then wrapped in that cloth sheathing. Any idea what that cloth is? Is it fire retardant?
The casing and cloth sheathing seem to be delicate. The wire is extremely stiff. The wire is exposed past the screw point on the light switch and might be resting on the plastic portion of the light switch. Do I need to wrap that area with electrical tape? If so, can I simply wrap the tape around the cloth sheathing and wiring or do I need to roll that sheathing back and wrap it around what I hope will be black casing surrounding the wire. Thanks.
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