Electrical Tips to Help You Wire it Right

Published: Tue, 04/10/18

Electrical Repair Tips

The Newsletter about Home Electrical Wiring

Issue: April 10, 2018
Helping people with electrical questions... one answer at a time.
Hi Friends!
Warm dimmer switches may indicate that the wrong dimmer has been installed.
One of the articles below explains more about this potential problem.
Here are more great articles to help keep your home safe.
In this issue of Electrical Tips:

How to Fix a Dusk to Dawn Light Fixture


Understanding Motion Detector Settings

How to Repair a Dusk to Dawn or Motion Detector Light Fixture: Security Light Fixture TEST Setting Functions, Replacing a Motion Detector Head on a Dusk to Dawn Fixture, How to Test a Photo Cell.

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How to Fix a Dusk to Dawn Light Fixture
 

Recent Discussions about Electrical Wiring

How To Troubleshoot Electrical Outlet Wiring Problems

How can I find out why my outlets are not working?
How to Identify Electrical Wiring Problems with Outlets, Checking Outlet Wiring, Troubleshooting an Outlet Circuit.

Can A Dryer Be Connected to a Generator?

Generator Power for an Electric Dryer
3-Wire and 4-Wire Connections for a Dryer to a Generator.

Wiring Light Switches and Fixtures

How to Wire Light Switches and Light Fixtures

What To Do About a Warm Dimmer Switch

Why Dimmer Switches May Be Warm or Hot
How to Select the Right Dimmer Switch for Your Light Fixtures.

Why Dusk to Dawn Fixtures Go On and Off

What would cause a dusk to dawn light fixture to turn on and off?
How to Test Outside Motion Light Fixtures for the sensitivity of the motion detector.

Installing a Sub Panel for a Detached Building

Do I need to run a ground wire for a 200 amp sub panel that is 200 feet away from the main panel?
Grounding a Remote Sub Panel at a Detached Building.

You Can Avoid Costly Mistakes!

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How to Fix a Tripping GFCI Outlet

GFCI Outlet Problem

Why is my GFCI Outlet Tripping Off? Causes of GFCI Outlet Tripping.


See More at the website:
How to Fix a Tripping GFCI Outlet
 

Residential Electrical Wiring Videos

Recommended: Electrical Training Video

Wired for Safety Video - Home Electrical Wiring Safety
Faulty or improper wiring causes tens of thousands of fires each year. This video to help you protect your home, your family, and your life.
 

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