Q: When I plugged my cell phone charger into a kitchen outlet, my phone didn’t start charging—the electrical outlet was not working. Is there something I can do to fix the outlet myself, or should I call an electrician? A:A power outlet not working is not only an inconvenience but...
To start, press the “reset” button on the GFCI outlet. This ensures it’s ready for testing. Next, plug in a nightlight or any small lamp. Then, press the “test” button on the outlet. The light should turn off. This indicates that the GFCI is working correctly by cutting off the...
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Diagnose & fix flickering, dimming lights or lost electricity POST a QUESTION or COMMENT about building electrical systems, power, wiring, and flickering or dimming lights A diagnostic catalog of the causes & cures of of dimming light fixtures or flickering lights & power losses. How to diagno...
the DIY job starts with turning off the power to the outlet from your electrical panel. Use a multimeter or outlet tester to verify that there is no power to the outlet. Then, you can use a screwdriver to remove the exterior wall plate and remove the screws mounting the outlet to the ...
an apt complex; the guys that fix things do not really know what they are doing, so I usually just do my own repairs. There is a light switch that operates all four plugs on two different outlets. How can I make the switch only control one plug or even just one outlet. Thank you....