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    Aug 13, 2007, 08:31 AM
    Electrical Outlet
    My Electrical Outlet Is Not Working. I Have Checked The Breaker Box. What Could Be The Problem?
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    Aug 13, 2007, 09:08 AM
    If 1 of several on circuit. I would remove receptacle and test, Then remove receptacle on each side of receptacle, and look for loose or disconnected wire. Could also be at a switch box, or ceiling even.
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    Aug 13, 2007, 12:52 PM
    Give the push the wire in the back connections careful attention.
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