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Electricity
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FOR ANY LIFE THREATINING EMERGENCY, DIAL:
WARNING
When handling or working with any electrical systems,
ENSURE
that you take the following
PRECAUTIONS:
- UNDERSTAND what you are about to do, or STOP and don't touch it.
- CUT OFF the power source (Unplug/turn off item or open corresponding C/B).
NOTE: C/B = Circuit Breaker
* IF you have a C/B that automatically opens AND you have to reset it more than once, STOP! Do not continue to reset it as it may cause FIRE or damage to the system including the C/B itself.
* A C/B that opens automatically is an indication that too much current is being drawn in that circuit. GENERALLY, it is caused by a LOAD failure using power from that system. It could be something plugged in, a broken lamp/fan (e.g. shorted), or anything that is drawing power from it. It is unlikely, but not impossible, that cables have deteriorated or become loose and shorted inside a socket or device due to the socket/accessory becoming damaged or broken. Even a wall light switch gone bad can cause such issues.
* Smelling an electrical burn, seeing a receptacle discolored, melted, or noticing sparks is a good indicator of a failure. IF the C/B does not open automatically, take action and open it manually.
* If you have any questions, you can contact Ricky or me.
* FOR ANY LIFE THREATINING EMERGENCY, DIAL: