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  1. Split neutral

    Started by Robert W, 05-11-2015 07:00 AM
    allowed, big, neutral, terminal, wire 5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 6,328
    Jerry Peck
    05-19-2015, 08:30 AM Go to last post

  2. GFCI table page revised for clarity

    Started by Jerry Peck, 05-06-2015 08:21 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,512
    Scott Patterson
    05-19-2015, 05:53 AM Go to last post

  3. Arc Flash Studies and Change

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 05-17-2015 08:01 AM
    arc, circuit, current, flash, short
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,604
    Garry Sorrells
    05-17-2015, 08:01 AM Go to last post

  4. main panel/sub panel

    Started by Russell Melville, 05-07-2015 10:09 AM
    basement, enclosure, exterior, main, panels 5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 5,909
    John Kogel
    05-13-2015, 09:21 PM Go to last post

  5. Missing Bonding screw and rod in ground at meter base only

    Started by Sam Morris, 05-04-2015 03:11 PM
    connected, gec, ground, panel, wire 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 6,599
    Jerry Peck
    05-12-2015, 05:50 AM Go to last post

  6. Service entrance proximity to pergola

    Started by Lon Henderson, 04-30-2015 07:57 PM
    agent, pergola, prevent, roof, service
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 8,525
    Jerry Peck
    05-11-2015, 07:45 PM Go to last post

  7. Telescoping ladders

    Started by Dwight Doane, 05-06-2015 11:17 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,156
    Lon Henderson
    05-11-2015, 06:40 AM Go to last post

  8. Need opinion on transformer in panel and double lugging

    Started by chris vis, 04-27-2015 01:55 PM
    doorbell, double, lugging, reasonable, transformer 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 6,397
    Rick Cantrell
    05-08-2015, 04:13 AM Go to last post

  9. 100 amp service wires used for a 200 amp panel ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 04-06-2015 05:47 PM
    amp, meter, rated, service, wires 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 12,456
    Jerry Peck
    05-01-2015, 02:09 PM Go to last post

  10. What panel is this ?

    Started by Bob Sisson, 04-28-2015 10:12 AM
    buss, cutler-hammer, nibs, panel identify, special 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,801
    Rollie Meyers
    04-29-2015, 10:29 PM Go to last post

  11. Double meter box on Condo - condition and responsibility for repair?

    Started by chris vis, 04-28-2015 10:09 AM
    box, condo, double, responsibility, unit 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,576
    Jerry Peck
    04-28-2015, 05:25 PM Go to last post

  12. panel

    Started by Russell Melville, 04-27-2015 05:15 PM
    breakers, panel, pull, side, tied 7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,837
    Russell Melville
    04-28-2015, 08:53 AM Go to last post

  13. multiple switched receps

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 04-23-2015 06:55 PM
    half, multiple, recep, room, switched
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 4,388
    Vern Heiler
    04-25-2015, 12:48 PM Go to last post

  14. Surge protector

    Started by Tom Rees, 04-20-2015 07:50 PM
    allowed, double, protector, surge, tap 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 4,561
    Rick Cantrell
    04-24-2015, 09:32 AM Go to last post

  15. Electrcial meter height

    Started by cory nystul, 04-23-2015 08:40 PM
    electrcial, electrical, height, meter, standard
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,636
    Jim Port
    04-24-2015, 06:31 AM Go to last post

  16. How does this panel meet code?

    Started by Mark Reinmiller, 04-22-2015 01:54 PM
    assume, ground, panel, screw, wires 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,676
    Mbrooke
    04-22-2015, 09:22 PM Go to last post

  17. New Member

    Started by Rick Letcher, 04-21-2015 06:10 PM
    member
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,025
    Rick Letcher
    04-21-2015, 06:10 PM Go to last post

  18. Found a piece of carboard inside panel

    Started by Nathan Buczacz, 04-21-2015 07:54 AM
    found, imagine, panel, play, sabotage 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,120
    Jim Port
    04-21-2015, 11:53 AM Go to last post

  19. Grounding Service Panel to Gas Line

    Started by Sam Morris, 03-13-2014 05:05 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 9,173
    Jerry Peck
    04-18-2015, 06:03 PM Go to last post

  20. This is to the Canadians and service bonding requirements.

    Started by Don Hester, 04-10-2015 10:35 AM
    bond, bonding, conductor, service, understand
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 5,375
    Don Hester
    04-18-2015, 07:04 AM Go to last post

  21. 4 pts and cloth covered wiring

    Started by Jim Port, 04-14-2015 06:45 PM
    cloth, covered, diy, site, wiring
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,735
    Jim Port
    04-14-2015, 06:52 PM Go to last post

  22. A missing small details question

    Started by Donald Farrell, 04-14-2015 01:59 PM
    home, inspect, missing, question, string
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,489
    Jim Port
    04-14-2015, 05:20 PM Go to last post

  23. AKA Sub-Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 04-06-2015 06:20 PM
    aka, bonded, grounds, neutrals, sub-panel 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,098
    Jerry Peck
    04-07-2015, 05:27 PM Go to last post

  24. Square D - 3 grounds under one terminal

    Started by Phillip Stojanik, 03-31-2015 09:51 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,488
    paul hardy
    04-05-2015, 09:03 AM Go to last post

  25. Is there any condition where an outside area receptacle is not required to have GFI?

    Started by Gene South, 03-21-2015 05:56 AM
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 5,789
    Jerry Peck
    04-04-2015, 08:47 AM Go to last post

  26. Different light switch

    Started by Jon Errickson, 11-08-2011 02:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,838
    Chris shatterly
    03-26-2015, 08:07 PM Go to last post

  27. Bonding to enclosure ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 03-12-2015 02:07 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,963
    Jerry Peck
    03-23-2015, 03:32 AM Go to last post

  28. Rule regarding light switch at either end of residential hallway

    Started by Gene South, 03-19-2015 09:15 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,598
    jack davenport
    03-21-2015, 03:40 PM Go to last post

  29. Solid aluminum conductors OK?

    Started by Roger Kautz, 03-15-2015 07:19 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 8,013
    Terry Beck
    03-21-2015, 07:46 AM Go to last post

  30. any electrical code prevent GFI outlet wired to GFI breaker

    Started by Charlie Crouthamel, 02-23-2015 10:23 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 72
    • Views: 11,624
    Len Inkster
    03-18-2015, 04:43 AM Go to last post

  31. Arrow recommendations on replacing panels based on age of equipment

    Started by Thom Walker, 03-06-2015 10:16 AM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 5,658
    Len Inkster
    03-18-2015, 03:51 AM Go to last post

  32. Space above sump pump crock

    Started by Vic Lepouce, 03-16-2015 05:56 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,330
    Vic Lepouce
    03-16-2015, 05:56 AM Go to last post

  33. Why Electrical Inspections are Essential

    Started by Mbrooke, 02-27-2015 12:32 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,172
    Mbrooke
    03-15-2015, 08:01 PM Go to last post

  34. sub panel

    Started by Russell Melville, 02-27-2015 05:33 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,534
    Russell Melville
    03-07-2015, 05:00 PM Go to last post

  35. Question Black Wiring

    Started by Jeff Gainey, 02-20-2015 07:33 PM
    14 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 5,902
    Robert Sheppard
    03-07-2015, 05:41 AM Go to last post

  36. Dimming lights - it is NOT always a neutral problem

    Started by Jerry Peck, 03-01-2015 09:15 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 4,074
    Jerry Peck
    03-06-2015, 09:21 PM Go to last post

  37. Moved: Flexible gas connector in contact with flame

    Started by Chris Stichter, 03-02-2015 07:07 PM
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  38. If the main panel has been moved...

    Started by Mark Woodsman, 02-21-2015 04:29 PM
    electrical, main panel 6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 4,799
    Allen Ingling
    03-01-2015, 05:56 PM Go to last post

  39. Bonding screw ?? Here I go Again

    Started by Sam Morris, 02-25-2015 06:23 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 14,550
    Harvey Heidemann
    02-28-2015, 10:29 AM Go to last post

  40. LED light bulbs effects on wireless lights and fan switch

    Started by Steve Maple, 02-03-2015 06:37 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 4,134
    Robin Wells
    02-28-2015, 08:42 AM Go to last post

  41. Small plant illustrates what can be behind a wall.

    Started by Michael Bronner, 02-27-2015 06:17 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,622
    Michael Bronner
    02-28-2015, 06:22 AM Go to last post

  42. Is This Aluminum Wiring?

    Started by Kyle Montgomery, 02-16-2015 11:48 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 8,875
    Jerry Peck
    02-19-2015, 06:11 PM Go to last post

  43. Equipment Disconnect Location

    Started by James Hudson, 02-17-2015 06:41 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,839
    Jerry Peck
    02-17-2015, 06:24 PM Go to last post

  44. Double tapped?

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 02-04-2015 11:01 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 47
    • Views: 10,069
    Jerry Peck
    02-17-2015, 06:21 PM Go to last post

  45. Need a narrative.

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 02-04-2015 04:48 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 5,854
    JeffGHooper
    02-15-2015, 01:02 PM Go to last post

  46. Anybody seens something like this?

    Started by cory nystul, 02-06-2015 10:32 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,717
    david shapiro
    02-15-2015, 12:10 PM Go to last post

  47. Neutral and ground separation not always required in remote panels.

    Started by Trent Tarter, 11-17-2014 10:04 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 6,816
    Jerry Peck
    02-15-2015, 11:21 AM Go to last post

  48. Butt splice connectors

    Started by Vern Heiler, 01-31-2015 12:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 13,182
    Donald Farrell
    02-12-2015, 08:49 AM Go to last post

  49. CT metering

    Started by Mbrooke, 02-09-2015 08:55 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,131
    john stone
    02-10-2015, 01:52 PM Go to last post

  50. Ready or not, wireless home automation is here!

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 01-30-2015 05:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 7,358
    Jim Luttrall
    02-06-2015, 08:52 PM Go to last post

  51. Certain manufacturers smart meters in Canada are being replaced due to fire hazard

    Started by Jerry Peck, 01-29-2015 04:49 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,052
    John Kogel
    02-05-2015, 04:37 PM Go to last post

  52. Amazed it is still here

    Started by Jim Robinson, 01-28-2015 05:41 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,864
    Bruce Low
    02-03-2015, 12:11 PM Go to last post

  53. Eaton AFCI - Blinking Red Light

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 07-02-2014 07:51 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 70,238
    Lon Henderson
    01-20-2015, 04:14 PM Go to last post

  54. Whats this bar in the electrical panel called ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 01-10-2015 09:51 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 5,651
    Jerry Peck
    01-13-2015, 08:39 AM Go to last post

  55. What is this device on the breaker?

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 08-13-2013 02:40 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,219
    Jerry Peck
    01-03-2015, 08:17 PM Go to last post

  56. Electrical in sauna

    Started by mark petty, 12-26-2014 06:02 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 12,098
    Jim Port
    12-29-2014, 06:24 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by chris vis, 12-10-2014 11:06 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,788
    Jerry Peck
    12-22-2014, 10:27 AM Go to last post

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

    Started by Gene South, 12-17-2014 07:50 AM
    closed weather cover, damp location, dry location, horizontal receptacles 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 3,938
    Jerry Peck
    12-19-2014, 05:22 PM Go to last post

  59. Reading Amperage with a AMP Meter

    Started by Derek Worchel, 12-11-2014 12:19 PM
    amperage meter usage, reading amp meters
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 6,165
    Dave Ruth
    12-19-2014, 05:33 AM Go to last post

  60. Exclamation Circuit Breaker Recall

    Started by Julian Cofer, 12-18-2014 03:40 PM
    breakers, circuit breaker, electric, recall, schneider electric
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,165
    Julian Cofer
    12-18-2014, 03:40 PM Go to last post

  61. Todays Inspection

    Started by Raymond Wand, 12-13-2014 02:57 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 5,566
    gary carroll
    12-18-2014, 11:19 AM Go to last post

  62. Suretest

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 11-29-2014 04:23 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,548
    John Kogel
    12-01-2014, 06:21 PM Go to last post

  63. Ceiling installation on aluminum porch ceiling

    Started by mark petty, 11-18-2014 08:42 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 9,771
    Jerry Peck
    11-27-2014, 08:01 PM Go to last post

  64. A Half updated two family Main Panels question

    Started by chris vis, 11-25-2014 08:10 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 3,423
    jack davenport
    11-27-2014, 07:59 AM Go to last post

  65. Recessed lights and insulation contact question

    Started by mark petty, 11-21-2014 02:06 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 3,341
    Jerry Peck
    11-22-2014, 01:36 PM Go to last post

  66. What is this button for?

    Started by Paul Friesen, 11-08-2014 09:10 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 4,691
    Lon Henderson
    11-20-2014, 07:25 AM Go to last post

  67. Downstream service panel (AKA) Sub Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-05-2014 05:33 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,799
    Brad Rodgers
    11-17-2014, 08:28 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by Trent Tarter, 11-09-2014 07:35 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 8,886
    Dave Ruth
    11-14-2014, 05:48 PM Go to last post

  69. Reset for bathrom GFCI is in garage

    Started by Terry Beck, 11-14-2014 01:04 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,452
    Jerry Peck
    11-14-2014, 11:31 AM Go to last post

  70. When were GFCI's required?

    Started by Paul Friesen, 11-13-2014 02:07 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,640
    Paul Friesen
    11-14-2014, 09:52 AM Go to last post

  71. AKA Sub-Panel

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-12-2014 04:53 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,779
    Rollie Meyers
    11-14-2014, 01:37 AM Go to last post

  72. How often should smoke detectors be replaced?

    Started by Jerry Peck, 08-14-2007 08:11 PM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 89,505
    Jim Robinson
    11-08-2014, 08:14 AM Go to last post

  73. Light switch proximity to entry door

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-03-2014 05:27 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 24,322
    Jim Port
    11-06-2014, 10:48 AM Go to last post

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

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 11-03-2014 11:40 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,955
    Jim Port
    11-04-2014, 01:41 PM Go to last post

  75. Meter and hose bibb

    Started by Tom Rees, 10-28-2014 07:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 10,943
    gargalaxy
    11-03-2014, 08:08 PM Go to last post

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