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  1. Messy electrical

    Started by mathew stouffer, 04-05-2010 08:09 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
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    Jerry Peck
    04-11-2010, 03:02 PM Go to last post

  2. Distribution panel size

    Started by Chuck Lambert, 04-07-2010 09:32 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
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    dana1028
    04-11-2010, 12:42 PM Go to last post

  3. 60 amp service but 100amp main???

    Started by Andy Jarchow, 04-07-2010 07:21 AM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 17,635
    dana1028
    04-11-2010, 11:57 AM Go to last post

  4. Swamp cooler cord

    Started by Jonathan Cartwright, 04-06-2010 09:55 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
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    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    04-10-2010, 07:26 AM Go to last post

  5. clamps on panel wiring

    Started by Richard Stanley, 04-07-2010 07:56 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 931
    Jerry Peck
    04-07-2010, 07:42 PM Go to last post

  6. Inspecting a house today and woman is topless by pool.

    Started by Gene South, 04-01-2010 04:59 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
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    Andy Jarchow
    04-07-2010, 10:50 AM Go to last post

  7. Zinsco Breaker Test

    Started by chris mcintyre, 04-06-2010 05:15 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,056
    Bruce Breedlove
    04-06-2010, 06:32 PM Go to last post

  8. One scorched screw?

    Started by John Kogel, 04-02-2010 06:11 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,907
    James Duffin
    04-06-2010, 08:28 AM Go to last post

  9. Your Opinion, Code Reference

    Started by Randy King, 04-05-2010 12:09 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,569
    Jerry Peck
    04-05-2010, 05:58 PM Go to last post

  10. COPPER -ALUMINUM WIRE REPAIRS

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 03-31-2010 12:42 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,673
    Bill Kriegh
    04-05-2010, 08:12 AM Go to last post

  11. Electrical messes

    Started by Tom Rees, 04-05-2010 06:58 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,015
    Ron Bibler
    04-05-2010, 07:35 AM Go to last post

  12. Electrical Switch Problems

    Started by Steve Davis, 04-03-2010 08:40 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 836
    Steve Davis
    04-03-2010, 08:40 PM Go to last post

  13. Cool calking used on electrical wires

    Started by Robert Mattison, 04-01-2010 02:23 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,021
    john_opwin
    04-03-2010, 01:56 AM Go to last post

  14. AFCI BREAKERS REQUIRED IN NEW SERVICE PANEL INSTALLATION

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 04-01-2010 05:05 PM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 5,635
    Nolan Kienitz
    04-02-2010, 08:22 PM Go to last post

  15. Equipment grounding conductor

    Started by mathew stouffer, 03-30-2010 08:48 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,858
    Roger Frazee
    03-31-2010, 11:43 PM Go to last post

  16. 10 amp outlet/receptacle circuits?

    Started by Robert Foster, 03-31-2010 07:39 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 9,397
    Rollie Meyers
    03-31-2010, 07:24 PM Go to last post

  17. Dishwasher Breaker Cannot Trip

    Started by George Krause, 03-31-2010 08:35 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,498
    Jim Port
    03-31-2010, 10:59 AM Go to last post

  18. disconnect for tankless electric water heater?

    Started by corky kay, 01-23-2010 09:15 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
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    Jerry Peck
    03-30-2010, 05:33 PM Go to last post

  19. What is this device?

    Started by Pete Busch, 03-24-2010 12:50 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,687
    Jerry Peck
    03-30-2010, 05:25 PM Go to last post

  20. Question Wiring & Sprayed On Insulation

    Started by David J. Smith, 03-30-2010 12:25 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,133
    David Bell
    03-30-2010, 04:10 PM Go to last post

  21. GFCI question

    Started by Andy Jarchow, 03-25-2010 03:53 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 1,960
    Roger Frazee
    03-30-2010, 10:45 AM Go to last post

  22. Subpanel in bathroom

    Started by STEVEN CHUNG, 03-27-2010 05:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 8,453
    ken horak
    03-30-2010, 10:27 AM Go to last post

  23. Door blocks Light Switch

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 03-15-2010 06:31 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
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    • Replies: 112
    • Views: 15,070
    bob smit
    03-30-2010, 10:04 AM Go to last post

  24. Question Substance on breakers?

    Started by Trent Tarter, 03-28-2010 06:35 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,459
    William Galbraith
    03-29-2010, 06:50 PM Go to last post

  25. zinsco box

    Started by William Slade, 03-28-2010 04:47 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,917
    Rollie Meyers
    03-29-2010, 03:51 AM Go to last post

  26. Panel on ceiling

    Started by Tom Rees, 03-25-2010 06:44 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,526
    Jerry Peck
    03-28-2010, 01:19 PM Go to last post

  27. Multiple grounds under one terminal

    Started by Greg Frazier, 03-27-2010 11:26 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,743
    Jerry Peck
    03-28-2010, 01:06 PM Go to last post

  28. Question Panel question

    Started by Jody Humbert, 03-26-2010 11:51 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,541
    ken horak
    03-27-2010, 02:20 PM Go to last post

  29. When do you refer an electrician???

    Started by Andy Jarchow, 03-19-2010 05:34 AM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 2,169
    Jerry Peck
    03-26-2010, 04:17 PM Go to last post

  30. Question New main breaker under old main breaker

    Started by mitch buchanan, 03-17-2010 09:04 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 7,022
    Jerry Peck
    03-26-2010, 04:11 PM Go to last post

  31. When in a bind -

    Started by Stuart Brooks, 03-24-2010 04:32 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 956
    Stuart Brooks
    03-25-2010, 09:14 AM Go to last post

  32. Receptacle every 12 feet...

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 03-20-2010 04:58 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 5,537
    Jim Port
    03-24-2010, 07:33 AM Go to last post

  33. GFCI requirement

    Started by Jonathan Cartwright, 03-22-2010 10:02 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,726
    Bruce King
    03-23-2010, 11:56 AM Go to last post

  34. Double Taps

    Started by Tom Rees, 03-19-2010 06:15 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,388
    Chap Fichera
    03-22-2010, 03:52 AM Go to last post

  35. Canadian Marrettes in Al branch circuits?

    Started by John Kogel, 02-14-2010 03:30 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 9,014
    Jerry Peck
    03-20-2010, 12:18 PM Go to last post

  36. Water above electric panel

    Started by Ken Amelin, 03-17-2010 06:24 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 5,080
    Jerry Peck
    03-19-2010, 06:41 PM Go to last post

  37. Main Panel

    Started by Tom Rees, 03-19-2010 01:44 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,205
    Jerry Peck
    03-19-2010, 06:26 PM Go to last post

  38. Wiring in Attic Space

    Started by Michael Schirmer, 03-17-2010 05:51 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,454
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    03-18-2010, 01:34 PM Go to last post

  39. Water Coming out of Meter Base

    Started by Wayne Carlisle, 03-17-2010 06:37 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,393
    Scott Patterson
    03-17-2010, 06:19 PM Go to last post

  40. Pendant Gym Fixtures

    Started by Todd Johnson, 03-16-2010 07:02 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 3,331
    ken horak
    03-17-2010, 01:13 PM Go to last post

  41. AFCI neutral

    Started by John Arnold, 03-16-2010 09:46 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,154
    Roger Frazee
    03-17-2010, 07:28 AM Go to last post

  42. Life gets better

    Started by Paul Johnston, 01-23-2010 03:39 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,211
    Paul Johnston
    03-17-2010, 04:18 AM Go to last post

  43. Bent service entry

    Started by Jon mackay, 03-16-2010 06:14 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,908
    Jerry Peck
    03-16-2010, 06:30 PM Go to last post

  44. Question FPE Heat Pump Circuit Breaker Box.....Bad?

    Started by Reggie Russell, 03-16-2010 04:38 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,460
    Reggie Russell
    03-16-2010, 04:38 PM Go to last post

  45. Why all the J boxes

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 03-12-2010 05:11 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 2,219
    Damon McCarty
    03-16-2010, 08:00 AM Go to last post

  46. Height of light fixtures

    Started by brianmiller, 03-14-2010 05:12 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,330
    Jerry Peck
    03-15-2010, 06:12 PM Go to last post

  47. Recall in Ontario, Canada

    Started by Jim B. Robinson, 03-15-2010 06:31 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 779
    Jim B. Robinson
    03-15-2010, 06:31 AM Go to last post

  48. TYPE B - Gray flexible conduit

    Started by brianmiller, 03-14-2010 08:22 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,181
    Thom Walker
    03-15-2010, 06:04 AM Go to last post

  49. Why is a three pronged receptacle unsafe?

    Started by Andy Jarchow, 03-03-2010 08:33 AM
    15 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 41
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    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    03-14-2010, 10:20 PM Go to last post

  50. 2 pole breakers used for 2 single pole circuits

    Started by Jim Weyenberg, 03-12-2010 06:53 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 25,442
    Jim Weyenberg
    03-14-2010, 10:38 AM Go to last post

  51. Federal panel question

    Started by Tim Kallmer, 03-09-2010 01:56 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,597
    Jerry Peck
    03-13-2010, 02:44 PM Go to last post

  52. 2 circuits one breaker

    Started by mathew stouffer, 03-04-2010 04:47 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 12,137
    Bill Kriegh
    03-13-2010, 08:07 AM Go to last post

  53. Thought I'd Just About Seen It All Until...

    Started by Bob Knauff, 03-07-2010 10:24 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,840
    Glenn Duxbury
    03-12-2010, 08:22 AM Go to last post

  54. Cool What author makes the best Illustrated code change book

    Started by Robert Mattison, 03-11-2010 11:39 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,209
    Scott Patterson
    03-12-2010, 06:16 AM Go to last post

  55. Auxiliary Panel

    Started by mathew stouffer, 03-09-2010 06:29 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,141
    Roger Frazee
    03-10-2010, 07:52 AM Go to last post

  56. Glass Pyramid Power

    Started by A.D. Miller, 03-08-2010 01:16 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 744
    A.D. Miller
    03-08-2010, 01:16 PM Go to last post

  57. Blade Fuse Size

    Started by Sam Morris, 03-06-2010 06:31 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
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    Jerry Peck
    03-07-2010, 06:36 PM Go to last post

  58. Princess Phone

    Started by Rick Cantrell, 03-07-2010 09:00 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,121
    Rick Cantrell
    03-07-2010, 09:00 AM Go to last post

  59. General NEC Questions...kitchen and baths

    Started by Greg Novotny, 03-05-2010 11:15 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,658
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    03-06-2010, 06:57 PM Go to last post

  60. Arrow 230-Volt 30-amp Conductors Coming Directly Off - Main Conductor Lugs

    Started by Darrell Udelhoven, 03-05-2010 05:40 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,549
    dana1028
    03-06-2010, 12:01 PM Go to last post

  61. 3 Prongs and Sub Panels

    Started by Gary Burnett, 03-05-2010 03:59 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,288
    Jerry Peck
    03-05-2010, 05:03 PM Go to last post

  62. Ground Rod Clamp Torque

    Started by A.D. Miller, 03-05-2010 08:26 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,737
    A.D. Miller
    03-05-2010, 12:01 PM Go to last post

  63. Reversed polarity Outlets

    Started by Sam Morris, 03-03-2010 06:49 PM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 7,604
    Jerry Peck
    03-04-2010, 05:07 PM Go to last post

  64. Question about article 680

    Started by Roger Frazee, 03-03-2010 08:11 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,108
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    03-04-2010, 03:56 PM Go to last post

  65. Long term overvoltage protection

    Started by Ed Bliss, 01-04-2010 09:19 AM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 2,962
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    03-04-2010, 12:12 PM Go to last post

  66. Electrical problems/Jamaica/update

    Started by Ed Bliss, 03-04-2010 11:34 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,361
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    03-04-2010, 12:08 PM Go to last post

  67. REVISIT DOUBLE TAPPED NEUTRAL WIRES

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 02-09-2010 01:05 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 45
    • Views: 7,438
    Jerry Peck
    03-03-2010, 06:28 PM Go to last post

  68. Does anyone recognize these fuses?

    Started by Marc M, 02-20-2010 08:28 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,473
    Michael Thomas
    03-03-2010, 08:19 AM Go to last post

  69. Double Tap

    Started by Tom Rees, 03-01-2010 08:02 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 2,001
    Roger Frazee
    03-03-2010, 07:35 AM Go to last post

  70. Behind the kitchen fridge

    Started by Ken Larson, 03-02-2010 03:35 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,989
    Roger Frazee
    03-02-2010, 10:57 PM Go to last post

  71. Main Panel under the tub

    Started by chris mcintyre, 03-01-2010 04:14 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,414
    Jerry Peck
    03-02-2010, 05:17 PM Go to last post

  72. The kind of panel that gives you a headache.

    Started by Marc M, 02-28-2010 07:51 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,542
    Michael Thomas
    03-02-2010, 04:35 PM Go to last post

  73. bonding screw

    Started by John Arnold, 02-22-2010 10:45 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 3,289
    Jerry Peck
    02-26-2010, 05:51 PM Go to last post

  74. Finished Basement

    Started by John Goad, 02-25-2010 11:56 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,918
    Michael Garrity
    02-26-2010, 10:57 AM Go to last post

  75. NM romex

    Started by brianmiller, 02-22-2010 06:45 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 4,277
    bob smit
    02-26-2010, 10:08 AM Go to last post

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