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  1. Electrical question

    Started by Jay Barnett, 09-15-2010 07:38 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,658
    Roger Frazee
    09-16-2010, 08:13 AM Go to last post

  2. Carlon flex plus

    Started by sidney alstad, 09-15-2010 05:21 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,168
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    09-15-2010, 05:44 PM Go to last post

  3. Box Bonding

    Started by Jim Robinson, 09-14-2010 06:03 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 3,304
    Jerry Peck
    09-15-2010, 03:12 PM Go to last post

  4. Garage panel wiring

    Started by Jon mackay, 09-11-2010 06:07 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 3,156
    Jerry Peck
    09-15-2010, 03:07 PM Go to last post

  5. Aluminum- Copper pigtail

    Started by Vern Heiler, 09-13-2010 12:31 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,026
    Roger Frazee
    09-14-2010, 02:02 PM Go to last post

  6. Question PV panels over roof vents

    Started by Gene Koshiol, 09-14-2010 08:48 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,887
    Markus Keller
    09-14-2010, 09:50 AM Go to last post

  7. GFCI Receptacles

    Started by Desmond Kelly, 09-13-2010 09:15 AM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,513
    Desmond Kelly
    09-14-2010, 05:21 AM Go to last post

  8. Microwave ovens test

    Started by Ron Bibler, 09-13-2010 08:51 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,862
    Eric Barker
    09-13-2010, 07:04 PM Go to last post

  9. Romex though wall for dishwasher

    Started by Todd Last, 09-03-2010 09:13 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 46
    • Views: 16,218
    John Steinke
    09-13-2010, 09:28 AM Go to last post

  10. Sub-panel service cable

    Started by Richard Roshak, 09-10-2010 04:03 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,805
    Roger Frazee
    09-11-2010, 07:28 AM Go to last post

  11. Electrical Box Amateur installation safe?

    Started by Steve Boyer, 08-10-2010 12:39 PM
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 4,514
    James Duffin
    09-11-2010, 07:26 AM Go to last post

  12. Double tapping the doorbell transformer

    Started by Jim Weyenberg, 09-02-2010 07:35 PM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 11,121
    Jim Weyenberg
    09-09-2010, 09:52 PM Go to last post

  13. today's panel

    Started by sidney alstad, 09-08-2010 03:21 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,889
    Roger Frazee
    09-09-2010, 07:46 AM Go to last post

  14. Any idea what gauge these are?

    Started by Andy Jarchow, 09-08-2010 11:24 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,425
    Andy Jarchow
    09-08-2010, 04:31 PM Go to last post

  15. Main Breaker Wiring

    Started by Greg Jenkins, 09-07-2010 06:05 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,005
    Rollie Meyers
    09-07-2010, 09:58 PM Go to last post

  16. The bad practice of back stabbing

    Started by John Kogel, 09-05-2010 03:24 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 7,906
    Jim Port
    09-07-2010, 06:17 PM Go to last post

  17. How to test AFCI breakers

    Started by Joseph Stevens, 09-06-2010 07:19 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 10,595
    Jerry Peck
    09-07-2010, 04:52 PM Go to last post

  18. Handle Tie in Multiwire Circuits

    Started by Bob Hunt, 09-05-2010 11:52 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 6,792
    Roger Frazee
    09-06-2010, 06:04 PM Go to last post

  19. Discolored bus

    Started by Marc M, 09-04-2010 08:24 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,783
    John Kogel
    09-06-2010, 11:09 AM Go to last post

  20. Splice to A/C

    Started by Tom Rees, 08-28-2010 01:47 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 3,309
    bob smit
    09-03-2010, 10:23 PM Go to last post

  21. Buss Stab Rating

    Started by Roger Frazee, 09-01-2010 08:06 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 7,979
    Roger Frazee
    09-03-2010, 07:45 AM Go to last post

  22. 150 amp cable?

    Started by alain moscoso, 08-30-2010 08:11 PM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 2,543
    John Steinke
    09-03-2010, 07:11 AM Go to last post

  23. Check the breaker size in this panel

    Started by John Kogel, 08-31-2010 09:22 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,835
    John Kogel
    09-02-2010, 01:48 PM Go to last post

  24. Check this panel

    Started by John Kogel, 08-31-2010 09:16 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,268
    Roger Frazee
    09-01-2010, 10:20 AM Go to last post

  25. Double tapping and aluminum on same lug as copper

    Started by Lars Knobloch, 08-30-2010 12:37 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 7,455
    Roger Frazee
    08-31-2010, 08:36 PM Go to last post

  26. Aluminum antioxidant paste on Copper ?

    Started by Ron Bibler, 07-17-2010 01:41 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 12,672
    Jerry Peck
    08-30-2010, 04:51 PM Go to last post

  27. FPE - Fire Hazard or not! What the Home Owner thought

    Started by Mike Gault, 10-02-2009 04:01 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,159
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-30-2010, 04:26 PM Go to last post

  28. Help needed

    Started by sidney alstad, 08-26-2010 03:37 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,722
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-30-2010, 09:25 AM Go to last post

  29. Smile Panel Puzzle

    Started by Bob Ozbirn, 08-26-2010 03:18 PM
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 2,476
    Rich Goeken
    08-30-2010, 03:36 AM Go to last post

  30. Swimming Pool Subpanel

    Started by Ted Poppke, 08-26-2010 08:46 AM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 6,386
    James Duffin
    08-28-2010, 04:50 AM Go to last post

  31. Quiz - What is it?

    Started by Michael Schirmer, 08-26-2010 05:14 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,679
    Paul Kondzich
    08-27-2010, 05:24 AM Go to last post

  32. Switches and Outlets on flat surfaces

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 07-13-2010 05:07 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 52
    • Views: 4,539
    bob smit
    08-24-2010, 11:34 AM Go to last post

  33. Wash your hands

    Started by mathew stouffer, 08-13-2010 08:30 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 71
    • Views: 4,468
    bob smit
    08-24-2010, 11:15 AM Go to last post

  34. Panel question?

    Started by Trent Tarter, 08-20-2010 11:06 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,706
    Robert Mattison
    08-24-2010, 05:50 AM Go to last post

  35. Bootlegged Main

    Started by Ken Amelin, 08-22-2010 04:56 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,714
    Bill Nolte
    08-22-2010, 09:49 PM Go to last post

  36. Two Ground Wires Under One Screw (not lug)

    Started by Ian Currie, 08-20-2010 03:59 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 24,305
    Roger Frazee
    08-22-2010, 11:50 AM Go to last post

  37. 2 Panels in a closet converted garage

    Started by Ron Bibler, 08-21-2010 02:27 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,472
    Jerry Peck
    08-22-2010, 09:54 AM Go to last post

  38. Bayonette switch in phone line?

    Started by Peter Wigle, 08-19-2010 06:18 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,807
    Rich Goeken
    08-21-2010, 08:50 PM Go to last post

  39. What size bond conductor for Transformer - Neutral to Case

    Started by Shawn Willy, 08-18-2010 09:34 AM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 21,218
    Roger Frazee
    08-19-2010, 05:16 PM Go to last post

  40. Aluminum wire in panel

    Started by sidney alstad, 08-18-2010 04:45 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,049
    Jim Luttrall
    08-18-2010, 04:50 PM Go to last post

  41. NEC 240.81

    Started by Roger Frazee, 08-17-2010 08:07 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,620
    Roger Frazee
    08-17-2010, 09:29 PM Go to last post

  42. Same scorch, two panels

    Started by John Kogel, 07-12-2010 08:23 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,321
    James Duffin
    08-17-2010, 08:09 PM Go to last post

  43. Moisture in main panel

    Started by sidney alstad, 08-17-2010 05:07 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,370
    James Duffin
    08-17-2010, 07:14 PM Go to last post

  44. Electric Service Size

    Started by Joe Arcaro, 08-17-2010 01:50 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,331
    Bill Kriegh
    08-17-2010, 06:16 PM Go to last post

  45. Understanding GFCI's---- from the Expert

    Started by Mike Parks, 08-16-2010 09:05 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,412
    Elliot Franson
    08-17-2010, 09:32 AM Go to last post

  46. tug of war and service entrance cable

    Started by Randall Clark, 08-16-2010 07:14 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,491
    Rollie Meyers
    08-16-2010, 07:36 PM Go to last post

  47. 200 amp service with a 225 service panel

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 08-16-2010 02:42 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 5,102
    Paul Kondzich
    08-16-2010, 06:40 PM Go to last post

  48. Question about upgrading old wiring.

    Started by John Kogel, 08-16-2010 11:55 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,304
    John Kogel
    08-16-2010, 03:53 PM Go to last post

  49. electric dryer: old; gas dryer: new

    Started by greyhound1, 08-10-2010 08:18 PM
    • Replies: 55
    • Views: 5,362
    Roger Frazee
    08-16-2010, 07:10 AM Go to last post

  50. What problems would you call out if any (as a hi)?

    Started by Andy Jarchow, 08-06-2010 05:17 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 3,251
    ken horak
    08-15-2010, 04:35 PM Go to last post

  51. Missing clamps in panel

    Started by Dan Sandweg, 08-14-2010 10:00 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,596
    Ricky Wells
    08-14-2010, 12:40 PM Go to last post

  52. Service line over detached building

    Started by Bob Ozbirn, 08-13-2010 12:03 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,343
    Jerry Peck
    08-13-2010, 03:58 PM Go to last post

  53. Early FP?

    Started by Jack Feldmann, 08-12-2010 01:55 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,808
    Wayne Carlisle
    08-13-2010, 01:23 PM Go to last post

  54. electrical panel w/ spliced hot & neutral

    Started by Warren Scaman, 08-05-2010 06:52 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 5,484
    Warren Scaman
    08-13-2010, 04:36 AM Go to last post

  55. Non-dedicated circuit for whirlpool or hydro jet tub

    Started by Shane Dredge, 08-11-2010 06:08 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 6,167
    Jerry Peck
    08-12-2010, 05:32 PM Go to last post

  56. Circuit breakers wired with white wire as "Hot"?

    Started by d richards, 08-09-2010 06:45 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,440
    Roger Frazee
    08-09-2010, 07:38 PM Go to last post

  57. multiple NM cables entering panel enclosure through one fitting

    Started by Jerry Peck, 12-03-2007 02:02 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 8,140
    Roger Frazee
    08-09-2010, 07:30 PM Go to last post

  58. 100 Amp breaker feeding a 200 Amp panel

    Started by John Thompson, 08-07-2010 08:53 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,867
    John Kogel
    08-09-2010, 04:56 PM Go to last post

  59. Hot Breakers

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 08-06-2010 09:17 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 6,730
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-09-2010, 11:25 AM Go to last post

  60. Question Strange Outlet Location

    Started by Robert Dalga, 06-30-2009 07:43 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 4,070
    bob smit
    08-07-2010, 05:32 PM Go to last post

  61. Wanted to double check this breaker

    Started by Marc M, 08-06-2010 08:49 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,239
    Paul Kondzich
    08-07-2010, 06:22 AM Go to last post

  62. light in shower

    Started by TIM LEMPE, 07-30-2010 03:18 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 5,906
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-06-2010, 07:43 PM Go to last post

  63. Counterfit Square D Breakers

    Started by Paul Kondzich, 08-04-2010 08:58 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,147
    Galen L. Beasley
    08-05-2010, 05:44 AM Go to last post

  64. Weather Head

    Started by Sam Morris, 07-22-2010 08:43 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,845
    Denny Waters
    08-04-2010, 09:02 AM Go to last post

  65. Double Breaker???

    Started by Jon Randolph, 11-16-2007 04:34 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 5,922
    chris mcintyre
    08-03-2010, 08:40 PM Go to last post

  66. Panel wire corrosion

    Started by DENNIS OMARA, 08-02-2010 05:16 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,390
    Randy Aldering
    08-02-2010, 07:21 AM Go to last post

  67. Electrical wall outlet - Odd - What is it?

    Started by Eric Lybeck, 12-17-2009 09:00 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 10,437
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-01-2010, 08:23 AM Go to last post

  68. Bonded again at 'main panel'?

    Started by Terry Beck, 07-29-2010 03:43 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 2,584
    James Duffin
    07-30-2010, 03:28 PM Go to last post

  69. FPE Stab-Lok verification

    Started by Robert Foster, 07-26-2010 06:56 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 7,488
    Fred Comb
    07-29-2010, 11:39 AM Go to last post

  70. This doesn't look correct

    Started by stanley frost, 07-19-2010 04:19 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,297
    stanley frost
    07-27-2010, 04:50 AM Go to last post

  71. Low Voltage routed with High Voltage

    Started by RobertSmith, 07-16-2010 07:33 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 6,346
    Jerry Peck
    07-26-2010, 05:43 PM Go to last post

  72. Blue Romex with odd ground wire

    Started by Terry Beck, 11-11-2008 08:31 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 8,140
    Paul Kondzich
    07-26-2010, 11:34 AM Go to last post

  73. Grounds and neutrals sharing terminal

    Started by mathew stouffer, 07-23-2010 05:51 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,996
    Randy Aldering
    07-26-2010, 10:53 AM Go to last post

  74. Washer Outlet location

    Started by brianmiller, 07-10-2010 06:58 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,083
    Jerry Peck
    07-25-2010, 06:37 PM Go to last post

  75. could this be the panel bonding screw

    Started by Robert Foster, 07-24-2010 05:09 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,333
    paul hardy
    07-25-2010, 05:00 PM Go to last post

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