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  1. Amazed it is still here

    Started by Jim Robinson, 01-28-2015 04:41 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,046
    Bruce Low
    02-03-2015, 11:11 AM Go to last post

  2. Eaton AFCI - Blinking Red Light

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 07-02-2014 07:51 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 23,643
    Lon Henderson
    01-20-2015, 03:14 PM Go to last post

  3. Whats this bar in the electrical panel called ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 01-10-2015 08:51 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
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    Jerry Peck
    01-13-2015, 07:39 AM Go to last post

  4. What is this device on the breaker?

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 08-13-2013 02:40 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,192
    Jerry Peck
    01-03-2015, 07:17 PM Go to last post

  5. Electrical in sauna

    Started by mark petty, 12-26-2014 05:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 3,528
    Jim Port
    12-29-2014, 05:24 PM Go to last post

  6. Question on Main Line/Mast head and drip loop height

    Started by chris viscomi, 12-10-2014 10:06 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,886
    Jerry Peck
    12-22-2014, 09:27 AM Go to last post

  7. See Photo. If it has a closed cover, is a horizontal disposal receptacle allowed?

    Started by Gene South, 12-17-2014 06:50 AM
    closed weather cover, damp location, dry location, horizontal receptacles 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 1,715
    Jerry Peck
    12-19-2014, 04:22 PM Go to last post

  8. Reading Amperage with a AMP Meter

    Started by Derek Worchel, 12-11-2014 11:19 AM
    amperage meter usage, reading amp meters
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 2,097
    Dave Ruth
    12-19-2014, 04:33 AM Go to last post

  9. Exclamation Circuit Breaker Recall

    Started by Julian Cofer, 12-18-2014 02:40 PM
    breakers, circuit breaker, electric, recall, schneider electric
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 682
    Julian Cofer
    12-18-2014, 02:40 PM Go to last post

  10. Todays Inspection

    Started by Raymond Wand, 12-13-2014 01:57 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 2,539
    gary carroll
    12-18-2014, 10:19 AM Go to last post

  11. Suretest

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 11-29-2014 03:23 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,030
    John Kogel
    12-01-2014, 05:21 PM Go to last post

  12. Ceiling installation on aluminum porch ceiling

    Started by mark petty, 11-18-2014 07:42 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,690
    Jerry Peck
    11-27-2014, 07:01 PM Go to last post

  13. A Half updated two family Main Panels question

    Started by chris viscomi, 11-25-2014 07:10 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,066
    jack davenport
    11-27-2014, 06:59 AM Go to last post

  14. Recessed lights and insulation contact question

    Started by mark petty, 11-21-2014 01:06 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,204
    Jerry Peck
    11-22-2014, 12:36 PM Go to last post

  15. What is this button for?

    Started by Paul Friesen, 11-08-2014 08:10 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 2,088
    Lon Henderson
    11-20-2014, 06:25 AM Go to last post

  16. Downstream service panel (AKA) Sub Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-05-2014 04:33 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,244
    Brad Rodgers
    11-17-2014, 07:28 PM Go to last post

  17. Main service disconnect 200 amp, panel 125 amp?

    Started by Trent Tarter, 11-09-2014 06:35 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,939
    Dave Ruth
    11-14-2014, 04:48 PM Go to last post

  18. Reset for bathrom GFCI is in garage

    Started by Terry Beck, 11-14-2014 12:04 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,188
    Jerry Peck
    11-14-2014, 10:31 AM Go to last post

  19. When were GFCI's required?

    Started by Paul Friesen, 11-13-2014 01:07 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 874
    Paul Friesen
    11-14-2014, 08:52 AM Go to last post

  20. AKA Sub-Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-12-2014 03:53 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,651
    Rollie Meyers
    11-14-2014, 12:37 AM Go to last post

  21. How often should smoke detectors be replaced?

    Started by Jerry Peck, 08-14-2007 08:11 PM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 81,415
    Jim Robinson
    11-08-2014, 07:14 AM Go to last post

  22. Light switch proximity to entry door

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-03-2014 04:27 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 3,106
    Jim Port
    11-06-2014, 09:48 AM Go to last post

  23. QO Plug-on Neutral CAFI Circuit Breakers - Know before you go.

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 11-03-2014 10:40 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,146
    Jim Port
    11-04-2014, 12:41 PM Go to last post

  24. Meter and hose bibb

    Started by Tom Rees, 10-28-2014 07:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 2,695
    gargalaxy
    11-03-2014, 07:08 PM Go to last post

  25. Wiring in Service Panel Question

    Started by Lon Henderson, 10-23-2014 05:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,688
    Greg Madden
    11-02-2014, 11:56 AM Go to last post

  26. Old school night light?????

    Started by cory nystul, 10-27-2014 08:40 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,537
    Facilities
    11-01-2014, 06:32 PM Go to last post

  27. sinlge wire in double pull breaker

    Started by cory nystul, 10-22-2014 08:01 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,437
    Vern Heiler
    10-23-2014, 03:25 PM Go to last post

  28. Underground Service Settling.

    Started by Michael Chambers, 10-18-2014 10:34 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 1,970
    tj glenn
    10-23-2014, 09:38 AM Go to last post

  29. What is the code requirement for San Diego CA for AFCI and GFCIs

    Started by Loren Sanders Sr., 10-13-2014 07:36 AM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 1,676
    Rollie Meyers
    10-19-2014, 01:32 PM Go to last post

  30. Pool lights and GFCI protection

    Started by mark petty, 10-09-2014 11:09 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,812
    Jerry Peck
    10-19-2014, 08:36 AM Go to last post

  31. Attic splice Snap connector

    Started by Eric Delio, 10-06-2014 02:39 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 69
    • Views: 3,817
    Mike Pagozalski
    10-18-2014, 04:03 PM Go to last post

  32. maximum nubmer of wires in a junction box

    Started by Sky Jones, 10-16-2014 10:20 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 930
    Jim Port
    10-17-2014, 11:51 AM Go to last post

  33. Breaker Tripping

    Started by Rick Cantrell, 10-15-2014 07:54 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 892
    Mark Reinmiller
    10-15-2014, 06:02 PM Go to last post

  34. On my electric panel I have 220 breakers that I do not use

    Started by Loren Sanders Sr., 10-13-2014 09:44 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 2,020
    Jerry Peck
    10-15-2014, 10:48 AM Go to last post

  35. Newbie Introduction

    Started by david shapiro, 10-15-2014 07:38 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 592
    david shapiro
    10-15-2014, 07:38 AM Go to last post

  36. No ground?

    Started by Dave Rose, 09-30-2014 10:28 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 2,243
    Dave Rose
    10-06-2014, 10:20 AM Go to last post

  37. Cutler Hammer Panel

    Started by Donald Hobson, 10-02-2014 03:59 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,056
    Jim Port
    10-04-2014, 07:39 PM Go to last post

  38. electrical ground question

    Started by Tom Iovanne, 10-01-2014 11:15 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,380
    Joe Klampfer
    10-04-2014, 10:11 AM Go to last post

  39. AFCI receptacles

    Started by Marc M, 09-26-2014 09:12 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,380
    Marc M
    10-04-2014, 08:58 AM Go to last post

  40. 200.7 Using white wire as ungrounded conductor

    Started by Marc M, 10-03-2014 11:35 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,073
    Marc M
    10-04-2014, 07:18 AM Go to last post

  41. Service wires in contact with metal downspout

    Started by Ken Amelin, 09-30-2014 10:23 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,427
    Ian Page
    10-02-2014, 01:14 PM Go to last post

  42. will a DIY light fixture pass electrical inspection?

    Started by Mark Villalobos, 02-17-2014 12:44 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 5,871
    Mark Harris
    09-26-2014, 09:53 AM Go to last post

  43. Kitchen Counter Top Receptacle requirements

    Started by Mathew Keith Stouffer, 09-16-2014 07:21 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 2,336
    Rick Cantrell
    09-24-2014, 12:15 PM Go to last post

  44. 2,100 Sq Ft, 13 Rooms, and 9 Circuit Breakers

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 09-19-2014 03:00 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,292
    Nick Ostrowski
    09-21-2014, 07:10 AM Go to last post

  45. Need help identifying this thing

    Started by Steve Payson, 09-13-2014 01:41 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,596
    Steve Payson
    09-19-2014, 05:16 PM Go to last post

  46. Need picture of Painted & Scorched outlet

    Started by Bob Sisson, 09-19-2014 09:08 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 791
    Mark Reinmiller
    09-19-2014, 05:01 PM Go to last post

  47. Wet Walls

    Started by Sherrill Jeffcoat, 09-09-2014 03:09 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,629
    John Dirks Jr
    09-15-2014, 05:39 AM Go to last post

  48. grounding of panel

    Started by cory nystul, 08-29-2014 11:57 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 2,561
    Jerry Peck
    09-09-2014, 01:48 PM Go to last post

  49. PVC VS Conduit

    Started by Cory Bates, 08-29-2014 11:22 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,466
    Dirk Jeanis
    09-09-2014, 10:15 AM Go to last post

  50. Breaker Feeding Subpanel

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 08-28-2014 03:23 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,023
    Nick Ostrowski
    08-28-2014, 10:26 AM Go to last post

  51. Neutral bonding in multiple units

    Started by John Kogel, 08-03-2014 11:24 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,536
    John Kogel
    08-27-2014, 10:08 AM Go to last post

  52. 2nd re-inspect and still appears wrong.

    Started by cory nystul, 08-06-2014 06:01 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 2,066
    Jerry Peck
    08-25-2014, 02:45 PM Go to last post

  53. Doubling up breakers in subpanel

    Started by Rick Bunzel, 08-19-2014 06:40 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,479
    Mark Reinmiller
    08-25-2014, 10:53 AM Go to last post

  54. Branch wire - grounding conductor

    Started by Ken Amelin, 08-20-2014 04:56 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,297
    John Kogel
    08-25-2014, 07:30 AM Go to last post

  55. GE A Series II 400 Amp Panel Bond Location

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 08-12-2014 07:03 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,412
    Rollie Meyers
    08-24-2014, 11:14 PM Go to last post

  56. Electrical room egress

    Started by Donald Farrell, 08-19-2014 10:39 AM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 3,495
    Donald Farrell
    08-20-2014, 08:02 AM Go to last post

  57. how many spliced circuits should be in one junction box?

    Started by Sherrie Lyle, 08-09-2014 10:40 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 5,031
    Dirk Jeanis
    08-18-2014, 06:47 PM Go to last post

  58. Scorched bus - 1990s Sylvania Panel

    Started by Matt Fellman, 08-11-2014 12:58 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,464
    Don Hester
    08-18-2014, 06:46 AM Go to last post

  59. Deteriorated cloth sheathing

    Started by Raymond Wand, 07-30-2014 06:02 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,415
    Raymond Wand
    08-07-2014, 04:03 AM Go to last post

  60. Multiple spices in main panel on 2007 home (over 45)

    Started by mark petty, 07-31-2014 03:00 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,513
    Dan Scherlis
    08-06-2014, 10:53 AM Go to last post

  61. Habitable space lighting requirements, switched lights.

    Started by Don Hester, 08-04-2014 10:08 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,239
    Don Hester
    08-05-2014, 04:52 PM Go to last post

  62. Ground wire from meter can to main panel box

    Started by mark petty, 07-30-2014 06:33 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 2,041
    Rick Cantrell
    08-01-2014, 11:11 AM Go to last post

  63. what is this?

    Started by Dave Hill, 07-23-2014 03:02 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 1,770
    David Dolch
    08-01-2014, 09:26 AM Go to last post

  64. Ufer rebar

    Started by mark petty, 07-25-2014 05:07 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 2,352
    Jerry Peck
    07-31-2014, 04:23 PM Go to last post

  65. Contaminated panel

    Started by Ian Page, 07-26-2014 12:27 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 1,649
    Dirk Jeanis
    07-31-2014, 04:16 PM Go to last post

  66. kitchen island outlet

    Started by John Goad, 07-15-2014 01:46 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 2,422
    Don Hester
    07-26-2014, 05:30 PM Go to last post

  67. Grounding/bonding in sub-panels

    Started by Dave Rose, 07-16-2014 02:41 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 3,269
    Jerry Peck
    07-25-2014, 03:39 PM Go to last post

  68. Double Tapped Main Lugs

    Started by Tom Cissell, 07-15-2014 04:48 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 1,994
    Jim Hintz
    07-25-2014, 11:34 AM Go to last post

  69. Grounding to water supply from feeder panel

    Started by Mark Reinmiller, 07-23-2014 01:22 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,028
    Jerry Peck
    07-25-2014, 09:14 AM Go to last post

  70. Copper supply bonding

    Started by mark petty, 07-22-2014 04:22 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 797
    Jim Port
    07-23-2014, 01:57 PM Go to last post

  71. Electrical Roof Mast

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 06-26-2014 01:16 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 1,913
    Billy Stephens
    07-19-2014, 08:21 AM Go to last post

  72. More strange stuff..

    Started by Marc M, 06-24-2014 12:06 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 1,412
    john stone
    07-16-2014, 07:17 AM Go to last post

  73. BREAKER INSULATION ON WIRES

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 06-21-2014 03:57 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 2,600
    Dirk Jeanis
    07-15-2014, 06:19 PM Go to last post

  74. GFCI protected circuit

    Started by Ian Page, 06-29-2014 08:56 AM
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 1,724
    bob smit
    07-13-2014, 04:16 PM Go to last post

  75. non grounded conductor color(s)

    Started by Marc M, 07-06-2014 09:08 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 916
    Marc M
    07-06-2014, 09:03 PM Go to last post

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