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Circuit Requirements for a Dryer

How to Wire a Dryer and Understand the Circuit Voltages. When a label states 120/240 this indicates that the device has both voltages present. In this case 240 volts is comprised of two lines...

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Outlets Stopped After Heavy Rains

When Electrical Outlets Stop Working: Storm related problems with electrical systems may be easy to fix, or may require an electrical repair job.

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How To Restore Lost Power In A Garage

How to Restore the Power to Your Garage: Is The Power Out in Your Garage? This Should Help Get it Back On, GFCI devices often protect the outlet circuit.

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How To Fix Light Switch Wiring

Is your light switch not working? Here is the testing method for checking light switches and wiring.

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How to Fix a Tripping GFI Outlet For a Refrigerator or Freezer

How Can I Fix a Tripping GFCI Outlet for a Refrigerator? Solve the Problem of a Tripping GFCI Refer or Freezer Outlet.

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Identifying The Cause Of a Dimming Light Circuit

What is causing my lights to be dim? How to Identify and Fix the Cause of Dim Lights, Dim Lights may be a Indication of an Electrical Problem, How to Check Electric Circuit Wiring.

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Why Do I Have Lower Voltage Readings?

Ed in Kansas asks; Why is there only 48volts between the neutral and ground on an electric outlet? How to Identify the Cause of a Low Voltage Condition of an Outlet.

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Using Copper and Aluminum Wire for Home Circuits

When splicing aluminum and copper wires do the wire connectors need to be a special type? Wiring Methods for Copper and Aluminum Wires, Safe uses of Aluminum Wire for Larger Home Electrical Circuits.

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Fix Light Fixture and Switch Wiring Problems

Fix a problem with a light that your trying to install. Wiring Connections for Light Fixtures and Switches.

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Incorrect Cable Wiring Can Cause a House Fire

Electrical Tips to Avoid House Fires Due to Incorrect Electrical Wiring

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