How do I wire my Harbor Breeze WL132MBK or WL132WW wall lantern for safe installation?

[AveryLee]

To safely wire your Harbor Breeze WL132MBK or WL132WW wall lantern, follow these steps:

1. Safety First: Begin by turning off the circuit breaker and wall switch controlling the fixture's power supply. This is essential to prevent electrical shock.
2. Remove the Old Fixture: If replacing an existing fixture, remove it and carefully disconnect all wiring.
3. Prepare the Mounting Plate: Remove the preassembled nut from each fixture screw on the mounting plate. Fully insert the fixture screws into the mounting plate, ensuring they are positioned across from each other. Then, reattach a nut to each fixture screw, ready for adjustment later.
4. Attach the Mounting Plate: Secure the mounting plate to the outlet box using the existing outlet box screws and washers. Use a level tool to ensure the fixture screws are horizontally aligned. Tighten the outlet box screws to secure the mounting plate.
5. Adjust the Fixture Screws: Temporarily position the fixture over the mounting plate to determine the correct adjustment for the fixture screws. The screws should protrude through the fixture holes just enough to allow the decorative nuts to sit flush against the fixture when mounted. Once adjusted, tighten the nuts securely against the mounting plate.
6. Make the Wire Connections: Strip 3/4 inch of insulation from the wire ends. Connect the bare or green ground wire from the outlet box to the bare wire from the fixture using a wire connector. Connect the white wire from the fixture to the white wire from the outlet box and the black wire from the fixture to the black wire from the outlet box, also using wire connectors. Make sure the wire connectors are screwed on in a clockwise direction.
7. Secure the Connections: Wrap electrical tape around each individual wire connector, extending down to the wire, to ensure no bare wire or wire strands are visible after the connections are made. Neatly arrange any excess wiring and wire connectors within the outlet box.
8. Attach the Fixture: Align the holes in the fixture with the fixture screws on the mounting plate and push the fixture towards the wall. Fasten the fixture to the mounting plate using the decorative nuts.
9. Install the Light Bulb: Install a 60-watt max standard-base incandescent bulb, or an equivalent CFL or LED bulb. Always ensure both the bulb and fixture are cool before handling.
10. Test and Finish: Restore power and test the fixture. If the light doesn't work, consult the troubleshooting section in your manual. After installation, caulk the mounting surface of the fixture with silicone weather sealant to prevent water damage. By following these steps, you can safely wire and install your Harbor Breeze WL132MBK or WL132WW wall lantern.