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		<title>Rewiring A Lamp</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/24/rewiring-a-lamp/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:25:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If a lamp cord is damaged, the only safe solution is to buy a replacement cord with plug at a hardware store and install it. Here is how to rewire the lamp.]]></description>
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		<title>Replacing Flourescent Tubes and Flourescent Fixtures</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/23/replacing-flourescent-tubes-and-flourescent-fixtures/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:59:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Buy a new tube with the same wattage rating as the old one. Standard flourescent bulbs are labeled "cool white." Those labeled "daylight" or "color corrected" will cost more but will also render colors better. To replace a tube, grasp the old tube on both ends and twist to free the pins then slide it out of the sockets.]]></description>
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		<title>Installing A Dimmer and Illuminated Switch</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/22/installing-a-dimmer-and-illuminated-switch/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:00:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you choose a round dimmer switch or one that looks more like a standard switch with a lever on the side, the installation procedure is the same. Turn off the power to the switch at the service panel. Remove the cover plate and the screws holding the switch to the box. ]]></description>
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		<title>Understanding and Troubleshooting a GFCI</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/19/understanding-and-troubleshooting-a-gfci/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:08:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is a safety device that can save your life. It protects you from an abnormal electrical current flow due to a short. When an electrical current is operating correctly, an equal amount of power is flowing to and from the intended target on two wires.]]></description>
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		<title>Stripping and Joining Wires</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/18/stripping-and-joining-wires/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Electrical wires are covered with protective insulation. The wires conduct electricity only if the insulation on the end of the wire is removed to expose the metal. Knowing how to strip insulation off a wire end is sometimes necessary when making electrical repairs.]]></description>
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		<title>Points To Remember When Replacing A Switch Or Receptacle</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/17/points-to-remember-when-replacing-a-switch-or-receptacle/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:21:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[replacing receptacles]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[If a switch stops working or if a receptacle is damaged or burned out, the solution is nearly always to replace it. Here are some points to keep in mind.]]></description>
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		<title>Replacing A Receptacle</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/16/replacing-a-receptacle/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:46:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Test individual receptacles with an inexpensive receptacle analyzer. Plug in the analyzer and compare the resulting pattern with the code provided. It will tell you if the circuit is wired correctly or if it is not then what the problem is.]]></description>
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		<title>Making Simple Electrical Repairs</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/15/making-simple-electrical-repairs/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 11:28:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Work on your electrical system only when you are absolutely sure that it is safe. Even experienced electricians err on the side of caution when verifying that power has been shut off on a circuit needing repair. The repairs in this section are ones that a motivated homeowner can do but don't hesitate to call an electrician if you feel uncomfortable about taking on a particular job.]]></description>
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		<title>Fuses and Circuit Breakers</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/12/fuses-and-circuit-breakers/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:59:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[circuit breakers]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The size of a fuse or breaker in your service panel is determined by the expected load on a circuit and the size of the wires in the circuit. Fuses and breakers are designed to blow or trip when the demand for electricity is excessive, before wiring gets dangerously hot. Never replace a fuse with one of larger amperage.]]></description>
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		<title>Electricity</title>
		<link>http://www.openingdoorsllc.com/2010/02/11/electricity/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:56:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>chrismusial</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Electricity flows through wires much like water flows through pipes. The electrical pressure that causes current to flow is measure in volts. This pressure is set by your electrical utility company and is 120 volts for most circuits. The rate at which the electricity flows is measure in amps (amperes). ]]></description>
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