How does a clapping light turn on?

Supposing you have a remote to control the light, the remote for the light and the remote for the TV are probably on the same frequency.

There is a power or ground wire hooked up backwards. (95%sure)

check for low alternator charge voltage when heater fan is on if alternator has anything lower then 13.5 volts have alternator load tested.. idead charge voltage is 13.8 to 14.5 volts is alt checks...

Flip the on switch up. Alternatively, you could hold the switch with two fingers, keep your arm stiff and have a friend lift you up. That's probably the silliest way to do it, so well suited I think....

You turn a light on by doing the following. You first hook it up. Then you turn the light switch on. It is an easy answer but yes, it is true.