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Learn about working with electrical equipment with Bob Vila, including information about using a continuity tester, testing with a multimeter, using electrical cleaners, and more.

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		Electrical Quick Test You can quickly test electrical devices to determine if they are working or not.
		How to Replace an Outlet Outlets should be checked periodically for wear, cracks or other signs that they should be replaced.
		Ladder Safety Whenever possible, use a wooden or fiberglass ladder for outdoor work. Aluminum ladders could be dangerous around electrical ...
		Reading Appliance Labels You can learn a lot about appliances by reading and understanding the labels.
		Soldering You can fix many electrical things by learning how to solder.
		Soldering Clay Keep a mound of modeling clay handy to your soldering equipment. You can use it to hold small pieces at odd angles to each ...
		Testing Appliance Fuses By design, the first thing to go in an appliance is the fuse so it should be the first thing you check.
		Testing Button Batteries Small batteries energize many household and personal items so keep them tested.
		Testing Electrical Cords Electrical cords are simple in operation and simple to test and replace.
		Testing Heating Elements Heating elements are found in many home appliances so knowing how to test them can save you time and money.
		Testing Motors Motors in many popular appliances and are easy to test and replace.
		Testing with a Multimeter Electrical tests are easy once you know how and when to use a multimeter.
		Using a Continuity Tester You can perform simple electrical tests with a continuity tester.
		Using Electrical Cleaners You can maintain and even repair electrical components with cleaners made for the job.

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