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Ez DIY Electricity - Residential Electrical Wiring
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Answers to Electrical Questions About Dryer Connections
2008-05-11 11:04:30
Tang-Hong asks: I found your site on the internet and have a question for you. Tonight when I turned on the dryer, I saw a little blue light flashing once in the back near the power cord. After the dryer stopped, my clothes smelled funny (like burn rubber smell). I opened the cover and saw the [...]...
 
Ez DIY Electricity May Giveaway
2008-05-10 13:17:59
Congratulations to Clifford Almany (jinxfire13) on winning last month’s giveaway. This month the giveaway is geared towards coaxial cable installations. The prize package for the May giveaway is: 1 - 3 in 1 compression tool - Compresses BNC, F and RCA compression type connectors. Valued at $41.99 1 - 3 Blade rotary coax cable stripper - Precisely, [...]...
 
The April Giveaway Winner of the Phone and Data Tools + $20.00 Cash is…
2008-05-03 13:27:01
First off, I would like to thank everyone that signed up and participated in this contest. There were 761 people that signed up for this contest. However, there were approximately 180 people that did not verify their subscriptions, so they were excluded from the contest. The prize package for the April giveaway is: 1 - Professional [...]...
 
Answers to Electrical Questions About Overcurrent Protection for Cooktops and Ovens, Upgrading an Electric Service and Wiring a Hot Tub
2008-04-19 13:14:11
Gmoney asks: I found someone’s electric cooktop and electric oven on one 50 amp circuit. Is this okay , or are they required to be on their own individual circuits? Answer: If the cooktop and oven is a single unit, then this is ok. If the cooktop is separate from the oven, then this is not ok. You [...]...
 
Heating and Cooling Units Recalled by Goodman Manufacturing Co. Due to Fire Hazard
2008-04-18 12:35:38
On April 3, 2008 Goodman Manufacturing Co. L.P., of Houston, Texas voluntarily recalled approximately 1,000 package gas-electric heating and cooling units. The serial plates on the units contain inaccurate information that could result in the use of undersized installation wiring, posing a fire hazard. This recall involves Goodman single package gas-electric heating and cooling units with [...]...
 
Is Entrecard Really Worth All Of The Effort? - off topic
2008-04-13 10:00:53
This is the question I’ve been asking myself since their latest update and I’m seriously considering dropping Entrecard. I still drop 300 cards per day. However, the amount of return drops has dropped off significantly. It seems that several Entrecard members believe that they do not need to drop cards anymore. I’ve seen several [...]...
 
An Awesome Green Product Giveaway You Should Enter
2008-04-05 01:23:29
I was dropping my entrecards the other day when I landed on Green Home Improvements‘ site. I read his article “Go Green and Get Free Green Products” and learned about a giveaway he entered. So I had to go check it out. It looks like lifegoggles is running The Great Green Giveaway Competition - Win $3,484 [...]...
 
Portable Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard
2008-04-04 08:48:46
On February 20, 2008, Aloha Housewares Inc., of Arlington, Texas recalled approximately 152,000 portable electric heaters. The heaters were recalled because they can overheat and melt plastic parts, posing a fire hazard. Aloha Housewares has received 29 reports of the heaters melting, smoking or catching fire, including 18 reports of property damage. One consumer reported [...]...
 
Answers to Electrical Questions About Wiring in Metal Studs, Rewiring Pendant Fixtures, Switches for Garbage Disposals and Rewiring Kitchen Lights
2008-04-03 09:57:17
Ron asks: I’m framing my basement with metal studs that are only 2.5″ deep and I can’t seem to find cable grommets / bushings for these studs. Isn’t there an industry standard opening size with matching grommets? Thanks for providing a valuable service. Answer: Yes, there are 2 common sizes, but they require a stud punch. [...]...
 
Ez DIY Electricity April Giveaway
2008-04-03 07:01:35
Congratulations to dubyabee1 on winning last month’s giveaway. This month the giveaway is geared towards phone and data installations. The prize package for the April giveaway is: 1 - Professional Data & Voice Cabling Network Tool Kit valued at $109.95 This kit includes: 1 - Carrying Case 50 - RJ45 (8P8C) plugs 50 - RJ12 (6P6C) plugs 28 - RJ45 color [...]...
 
The March Giveaway Winner Is…
2008-04-02 18:05:48
First off, I would like to thank everyone that signed up and participated in this contest. There were 751 people that signed up for this contest. However, there were approximately 150 people that did not verify their subscriptions, so they were excluded from the contest. The prize package for the March giveaway is: 1 - DeWalt Electrical [...]...
 
Answers to Electrical Questions About Installing New Lights, Wiring Ceiling Fans and Installing a Receptacle
2008-04-02 15:07:26
Gary asks: I have a question. I currently have one set of lights in the far part of a room on 1 light switch. I would like to add 2 more sets of lights on 2 different switches with all the switched in one gang box. Is this possible? How can I do it [...]...
 
Extension Ladders Recalled by Louisville Ladder Due to Fall Hazard
2008-04-01 12:28:59
On February 20, 2008, Louisville Ladder Inc., of Louisville, Ky. recalled approximately 25,000 “Louisville/Davidson” and “Michigan” Brand Fiberglass Extension Ladders. The extension ladders were recalled because the extension or “fly” section can fail to lock, posing a fall hazard to consumers. The recalled ladders are Type I, IA, or II extension ladders with fiberglass rails and [...]...
 
Ceiling-Mounted Outdoor Light Fixtures Recalled by Progress Lighting
2008-03-30 04:45:51
On March 19, 2008, Progress Lighting, of Greenville, S.C. recalled approximately 1,000 outdoor ceiling light fixtures. The light fixtures were recalled because a weld that affixes a mounting bracket to the ceiling pan can fail, which can cause the fixture to fall and injure nearby persons. Progress Lighting has received six reports of fixtures falling. [...]...
 
 
 
 
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