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Tagged with receptacle lighting
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Is this the proper way to extend wiring from a split receptacle?
I understand some of the basics like piggy backing on a receptacle to add additional ones but need some help with split receptacles.
I currently have a split receptacle in my kitchen that I would like ...
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How can I convert this half-hot receptacle into full-hot while keeping the ceiling fan connected to the switch?
The switch in this room controls the ceiling fan and a half-hot outlet. I would like to convert the half-hot outlet into a full-hot outlet and continue using the switch for the ceiling fan. I've ...
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Why is there continuity between line and load wires to a light switch that is off?
I've been investigating a light switch that seemingly doesn't control anything, and discovered that there is continuity between the line and load wires going to the switch. When the circuit is powered,...
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Where should I install an outlet for rope lights above a shower?
I want to put rope lights above my shower because there's a little ledge that they would look perfect on. I just don't know where to put my outlet. Also when I do put my outlet somewhere I'm going to ...
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Vanity Light Install
I bought an led mirror for our bathroom and can’t figure out how to connect it. The mirror has only a black and white wire while the wiring from the wall has 2 white wires, 2 black wires and 2 green ...
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Adding an overhead ceiling light off switched receptacle
I would like to add a ceiling light to a bedroom that currently does not have one. It has a switch which controls a receptacle. I would like to convert that receptacle to always be hot and add the new ...
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Using switched outlet to power a wall controller
I have a Lutron RadioRA2 keypad that needs power and I want to put it where I currently have a switch for an outlet. I swapped it in and it works if I have a load attached to the outlet. In my case a ...
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Is it against NEC code to use 12/2 gauge wire for receptacles and 14/3 light fixtures in California?
I've been searching for answers but most of the questions involve using two separate gauges for the same circuit.
I'm in the process of upgrading to a 200 amp service and I changed out all the ...
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How do I properly wire an outlet to this brand new switch I put in
I recently replaced a 1-gang switch box with a 2-gang box and added a brand new switch. The 2nd switch currently has nothing hooked up to it, as I need to cut out a new outlet.
The first switch/...
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Rewiring switched ceiling lights and outlet switched top receptacle to switched ceiling lights and always on outlet
In my living room there are:
Recessed dimmable ceiling lights
A switch with a dimmer
An outlet where the top receptacle is only on when the ceiling lights are on. The bottom receptacle is always on.
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Code check: Installing a garage security flood light
Below is my current understanding of end-to-end project for installing a garage security flood light. Wonder whether this is NEC 2017 code compliant or not. Any suggestions/recommendations are welcome!...
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Best solution for outdoor outlet with permanent connection?
I have a circular junction box on my deck (outside) where I can presumably attach an outlet, and it is connected to a switch. I have string lights I'd like to permanently connect to to this outlet (...
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Still reading open neutral after restoring power to lights and outlets
We recently plugged a space heater into an outlet in our son’s bedroom and only ran it at night. At some point, all of the lights and outlets in the room except one outlet on the opposite wall stopped ...
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What is causing the outlets and ceilings fans in my home to burn out
I've got 4 ceiling fans not working, one of them crackled and flickered for a while then all of a sudden no power in back bedroom and small bathroom. No power to lights, ceiling fans and inside wall ...
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Switched outlet needs to be on for an exterior light switch to work; how can I fix this?
I have two switches in a box connected via a jumper wire; one for an outside light and one for the top plug of a wall receptacle. My problem is that the receptacle switch has to be switched on in ...
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