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    Mar 3, 2013, 02:26 PM
    Electrical outlet in Kitchen
    I was vacuuming and heard a pop. The electrical outlet the vacuum was plugged into is mostly black now. Is this a fire hazard? Since I can't fix this myself can I just let it be and not use the outlet? Thanks. Ruth
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    Mar 3, 2013, 03:45 PM
    Ruth, Sure you can fix it! Turn off the power at the breaker, remove the old outlet and replace with same. Could be back wired, they are prone to failing with a "pop".Turn breaker back on.
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    Mar 4, 2013, 07:21 AM
    Ruth,
    If you don't feel comfortable working with this, please hire a pro...
    It's hard to say if this receptacle is a safety issue but I would prefer you did not
    Take that chance...
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