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Thread: Bootlegged power?
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11-24-2013, 12:25 PM #1
Bootlegged power?
When I inspected a foreclosure, I was told that the utilities were on. Sure enough, all electrical systems and appliances were functional. However, the meter dial was not turning even with heat pump and oven elements in operation. I had been told by a power company representative a few years back (I thought) that the style ring on this meter was a lockout ring for when power had been turned off by the utility. So visually at the meter, I am expecting no power. I looked around for some "alternative" power source, but could find nothing. (Underground service, no unexplained extension cords running to neighbor, no generator or roof mounted wind turbines) Am I missing something obvious? Is it possible for the meter dial to be stuck? I am more stumped by the lack of dial movement than by the style of ring around the meter. (No photo attached. Unable to upload photos today for unknown reason. Photo just showed ring style on meter.)
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11-24-2013, 01:31 PM #2
Re: Bootlegged power?
Could you remove the meter or was it loose?
*My SWAG Meter plug ins were covered to block contact and the connection jumped.
It Might have Choked Artie But it ain't gone'a choke Stymie! Our Gang " The Pooch " (1932)
Billy J. Stephens HI Service Memphis TN.
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11-24-2013, 02:16 PM #3
Re: Bootlegged power?
It did not appear loose, but I did not physically check. (Could a loose meter allow power without measuring it? If so, I think I'll try to loosen mine!) Maybe it's time I went to the utility company and asked for a demo on meters and how they work, are connected, are locked out, etc. I'd be a little nervous about pulling on a meter with my current lack of knowledge. Learning opportunity #73416 coming up!
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11-24-2013, 02:28 PM #4
Re: Bootlegged power?
It Might have Choked Artie But it ain't gone'a choke Stymie! Our Gang " The Pooch " (1932)
Billy J. Stephens HI Service Memphis TN.
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11-24-2013, 03:05 PM #5
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11-24-2013, 07:27 PM #6
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11-25-2013, 06:26 AM #7
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11-25-2013, 07:09 AM #8
Re: Bootlegged power?
"Get correct views of life, and learn to see the world in its true light. It will enable you to live pleasantly, to do good, and, when summoned away, to leave without regret. " Robert E. Lee
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11-25-2013, 07:32 AM #9
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