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Knob and tube wiring for a new outlet
I need a new receptacle outlet. I know how to wire it. My problem is finding the hot wire in a home with knob and tube wiring. Since all the wiring is covered with the same insullation it's difficult...
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10 years ago
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Gfci 40amp breaker trips after about 1 hour on my hot tub. Only draw is a 4hp motor. 8/3 teck used to connect spa pack to spa panel
My new hot tub is connected to a 40 amp spa panel. Hot tub pump motor is a 4 hp. The gfci breaker trips after about 1 hour even when the motor isn't running. Meter tested and load is light. Could it...
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10 years ago
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I have an outdoor electrical question
I have an outside electrical outdoor receptacle question? I have two wires from an indoor switch running outdoor receptacle that is not a GFI. Off the receptacle, is a four wire (red, black, white,...
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Wire Color Question
I recently replaced a noisy bathroom fan and light fixture. There were two runs with two switches (one for the fan and one for the light on the same fixture). One of the existing runs in the attic was...
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11 years ago
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how to use two ammeters on same circuit in different locations.
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12 years ago
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Spings for Venting Bath Fan Model #7108-02-L
Attempts to put the light cover in place on a Harbor Breeze Venting Bath Fan Model #7108-02-L, the springs that hold the ligh cover in place no longer work. Where can I get another set of springs?
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11 years ago
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economy 7 heater
We have lived in our flat for 10 years which has economy 7 storage heaters and a hot water heater which all charge overnight. At the moment the off peak times are midnight to 7am. In November, we had...
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6 years ago
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Bulldog pushmatic circuit breaker 31130
Hi I replaced the Bulldog pushmatic circuit breaker 31130 with a Connecticut Electric UBIP-130. It seems like a good fit, voltage and current wise, but I can't find a document that confirms whether...
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10 years ago
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Does pouring Cement over a conduit box disable the newly installed GFI? Is WAter damage possible?
Hello. We need your help! Am remodeling bath. We dug a trench (in the cement) so plumber could change out pipes. We hired a licensed Electrician who installed a new GFI with its own breaker for the...
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11 years ago
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why would my electric furnace have 2 breaker switches?
My electricity usage was way out of line for the size of my home. I received a monitor from my electric company that shows the kWh being used throughout the day. There was a consistent 2kWh usage from...
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11 years ago
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Are halogen flood light sizes BR-40 and R-40 interchangeable?
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11 years ago
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problem with generac transfer switch: N2 voltage is low across the fuse. Generator wants to start even though house voltage is normal.
Both N1 and N2 fuses blown. Replaced both. Voltage low on generator side of N2. Voltage normal going into transfer switch. Swapped fuses. Same measurements.
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11 years ago
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My air conditioner breaker to the outside unit keeps tripping during heavy rain
The breaker to my outside heatpump/ac unit keeps tripping every time we get large amounts of rain. It seems to be getting worse? Is there a way water could be getting in to trip it?
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8 years ago
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wiring 3 way to 2 lights with 12/2 wire
i have 12/2 wire for 2 lights and want 3 way switches i'm looking for a wiring diagram
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10 years ago
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How do you tell if a house is wired for 230v or 115v?
Have a water pump and it has a switch for 115 and 230. I do not know which to use. It is residential US. Is there a way to tell that is not complicated?
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11 years ago
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Generator wiring
I am installing a portable generator to my breaker panel. There is already an unused 30 amp breaker that was attached to what was opnce a dryer connection. It is three wire and they have the white and...
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2 years ago
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#6/3 wire specifications for outdoor use
Can a flat heavy duty 6/3 with ground submersible pump copper wire be used for running 240v outdoor above ground in conduit? I tried to post once before but there was a problem.
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2 years ago
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What size electrical wire do I need to feed a 90 amp subpanel in my attic?
I am finishing my attic into a theater with a wet bar and an additional bedroom. I would like to get a 90 amp subpanel up there to feed everything. My main 200 amp service panel is on the outside...
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11 years ago
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I am experiencing a constant humming noise and vibration
I have a renter upstairs in my home recently. He has all kinds of electronics. My home was built in late 50's. I am experiencing a constant humming noise and vibration enough to keep me up at night....
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11 years ago
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How to replace wall switch to garbage disposal also connected to dishwasher.
I've already replaced the switch. There are 3 black wires & a ground coming out of the box in the wall. I have it wired but the disposal doesn't turn on when switched. The dishwasher runs. If I switch...
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8 years ago
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