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    Jan 2, 2009, 08:36 AM
    Non-working electrical outlets
    I have several electrical outlets throughout my home that worked in the past and now are no longer working. What could be the cause of this problem?
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    Jan 3, 2009, 04:47 AM
    Kathy,

    Have you checked the fuse/circuit-breaker?

    Daniel
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    Jan 3, 2009, 05:51 AM

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    Jan 3, 2009, 06:25 AM
    As long as the breaker is not tripped, or a GFI device not tripped, most likely there is a loose connection in an outlet.
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