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Wiring receptacles is simplified with detailed articles and wiring diagrams. Learn the role of a receptacle and the different types of receptacles available for the home. Different scenarios for wiring a receptacle are reviewed.

How to Replace a Faulty GFCI Receptacle
This article examines the possible causes of a faulty GFCI receptacle, how to use a tester to determine if the GFCI receptacle is faulty, and how to replace the receptacle. Continue reading ...
How to Replace a Mismatched Dryer Cord and Receptacle
What do you do when your new dryer cord does not match the existing receptacle in your home? Current electrical code regulations require that an outlet for an electric dryer must be of the ...
GFCI Receptacle
Replace a Razor Only Outlet With GFCI Receptacles
You will often find razor only outlets in the bathrooms of older homes. These do not provide the GFCI protection that is required by code and will not support newer bathroom appliances. In...
Testing the GFCI Receptacle
How to Replace a Razor Only Receptacle With a GFCI
You can easily replace that older style "razor only" outlet and upgrade your bathroom with a much safer Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) receptacle. Continue reading →...
How to Wire an RV Receptacle
Step-by-step video and full article guides you through the installation of a dedicated, 30A, 125V R.V. receptacle so that you may have the luxury of being able to provide power to your store...
Kitchen Split Receptacle Circuits
Kitchen Split Receptacle Circuits
What exactly is a kitchen split receptacle circuit? A detailed article, video and wiring diagram explains this common wiring scenario. Continue reading →...
Home Electrical Applications for Child Safety Protection Month
November is Child Safety Protection Month. New home wiring applications such as vocal smoke alarms and tamper resistant receptacles will make your home a safer place for your family. Contin...
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. Continue reading →...
 

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