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Yourname942:
I have a computer/tv/marquee light plugged into a surge protector. It will always be on, and from the surge protector I am going to wire up a switch for the outside so you don't have to keep opening the cabinet to turn it on. My question is:

Does anyone know how I would go about wiring it up? (would I wire it as shown in my drawing?

Here is the pictures of what I mean:  (there are 3 images)
http://s1226.beta.photobucket.com/user/Yourname942/media/switch%20wires/2013-03-12_15-10-13_414_zps703e3a1c.jpg.html?sort=3&o=2

GoYouSalukis:
Well, that switch is typically designed for lights.  I can't read the amp rating on it.

Normally one wire goes through uninterupted, you cut the other wire and attach each end to the terminals.

The way you have it wired would cause a short circuit because when you flip the switch you will connect the two different wires. It will also be on all the time...

GoYouSalukis:
Like this...

Yourname942:
It says:
On the Inside:
10(4)A  250V~T125


On the Outside:
 3A-125V.A.C.
1/2H.P. 125 V.A.C.

Edit:
Would the Hot (In) wire be the one that is split?

Do you think that it is safe to use that switch? or is it too much for it?

GoYouSalukis:
Yes, you cut the hot side. Here is a link:

http://www.familyhandyman.com/DIY-Projects/Electrical/Electrical-Improvement/how-to-install-an-in-line-cord-switch/View-All

Most powerstrips in the US are rated around 15 Amps, so your switch is rated at less than the powerstrip (3 Amps). Not sure how many amps your system draws.

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