Switches & Receptacles
Kitchen Split Receptacle Circuits
What exactly is a kitchen split receptacle circuit? A detailed article, video and wiring diagram explains this common wiring scenario.
January 14, 2012 7 Comments
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Panels & Breakers
Mr. Weiner Tests a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
In this video, Terry Peterman, the Internet Electrician, with help from his assistant, Congressman Weiner demonstrates just how effective GFCI protection is in minimizing the implications of an electric shock. Then we see the dramatic results when Mr. Weiner comes in contact with 120V on a regular 15A circuit. Also shown is how without any leakage to ground, a GFCI circuit can still do some major damage if the current path stays between the hot and the neutral. Watch it now!
July 13, 2011 1 Comment
Switches & Receptacles
GFCI Circuit Breakers and Receptacles
An explanation of how a GFCI or ground fault circuit protector works and how it protects us from electric shock.
July 4, 2011 No Comments
Wiring Diagram for Light Switch
When looking for a wiring diagram for a light switch, you first need to ask yourself what kind of a light switch you are working with. In most home wiring situations, you will likely only find three types of light switches. In this article, we review the three types of light switches and include detailed wiring diagrams.
June 2, 2011 No Comments
Switches & Receptacles
I Need to add a Washer Outlet.
This is a question from a site visitor with an unusual situation. A dryer outlet exists, but no outlet for the washing machine. Question: I
May 5, 2011 1 Comment
Panels & Breakers
I Changed the Receptacles in my Kitchen, now the Breaker Trips!
Here is another question that came to me from a website visitor, but before I answer the question, I have to set the record straight
May 5, 2011 4 Comments
Switches & Receptacles
How Can I Add a 4-way Switch to an Existing 3-way Switch Network?
I had a good question from a site visitor wanting to know how to add a 4-way switch to his existing 3-way switch network in
March 21, 2011 3 Comments
Switches & Receptacles
Wiring a Ceiling Fan for Separate Control of Fan and Light
Here is a quesion from a site visitor asking how to wire a ceiling fan and light kit with separate control switches for the fan and
March 9, 2011 5 Comments
Switches & Receptacles
Why is my Leviton Motion Switch Getting Warm?
Here is a question regarding the installation of a motion switch. How many lights can be controlled without exceeding the maximum rating?
February 1, 2011 1 Comment
Switches & Receptacles
How Do I Wire a Receptacle From a Light Outlet, But Keep it Hot When Light is Off.
Can you connect a receptacle from a light outlet, but keep the receptacle hot when the light switch is off? It depends how the circuit is wired.
January 26, 2011 2 Comments
