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Here's finally some pics from my famous DIY book.

Pic #1: How to secure the loose strands of cloth covered flex.
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#2: How to splice extension cords.
Step 1: cut conductors to appropriate length.
Step 2: Strip conductors.
Step 3: First connection, wrap with single strand.
Step 4: Solder connection.
Step 5: Wrap with tape, optionally pull a thin rubber hose over the
connection instead of a final tape wrap.
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#3: How to hook up a light fixture
1 Mounting hook
2 Ceiling rose
3 Phase conductor of feeder wire
5 fastening screw of ceiling rose
6 metal pipe keeping the light fixture hanging straight and supporting
the weight of the shade.

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As you can see there are just 2 wire ends sticking out of the ceiling,
no boxes or else.

Copyright 1958 Knaur publishing.

[This message has been edited by pauluk (edited 09-16-2003).]