Written by a master electrician, this book shows homeowners and do-it-yourselfers how to go behind the walls of their old homes and correct messy, outdated wiring. It is packed with over 250 photos and illustrations, 10 common wiring projects (like installing ceiling fans), and before and after photographs. This is the only house wiring book that shows how to identify and correct old electrical wiring, simply and safely.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
<H2> Familiarizing Yourself with Your System.<H3> Basic Information about Electrical Systems.<H3> Checking for Voltage.<H3> Evaluating Your Service Entrance.<H3> Safety.<H3> Examining Your Panel.<H3> Protective Devices.<H3> The Walk-Through.<H2> Parts - What You Have, How to Choose Them, How to Use Them.<H3> Tools and Gear.<H3> Your System's Physical Components.<H3> Materials, Listing, and Quality.<H3> Making Connections.<H2> Evaluation, Repair, and Replacement.<H3> Mechanical Condition.<H3> Replacing Receptacles.<H3> Replacing Switches.<H3> Replacing a Light Fixture or Small, Hard-Wired Appliance.
