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    lisacatlvr Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 2, 2008, 12:36 PM
    Outside electric outlets not working
    I have 2 outside recepticles - all of a sudden both stopped working - tested them using both radio and hand mixer - no good. No tripped breakers - even reset them just in case - no good. Just does not make sense - why and what are the chances they'd both go at the same time. One is in back of house - other opposite of side - so probably not on same breaker. Help!! Xmas lights MUST be lit!! LOL...
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    Dec 2, 2008, 03:28 PM

    Assuming your house is relatively new, my guess would be a tripped GFCI. The trick is finding where it is. It could be in a kitchen or bathroom, or in the garage. I had this happen to me, and I finally found it in a half-bath that was near the garage.

    Once you find the GFCI, just press the reset button.

    Hope this helps,
    WallyH
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