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How To Wire Light Fixture Cord Wires

How can I determine how to connect the wires of a light fixture cord? How to Identify and Connect Light Fixture Cord Wires.

Electrical Question about A Kettle Plug That Gets Very Hot

I have an electric kettle that seems to work well but the plug gets very hot as the water heats up.

Question – Cords and How to Identify the Individual Wires – Part 3

I think a hardware store employee gave me wrong advice about cords. One side is smooth, one is ridged; which is which?

Question – Cords and How to Identify the Individual Wires – Part 2

Smooth side, ridged side: Which is which?

Question – Cords and How to Identify the Individual Wires – Part 1

I think a hardware store employee gave me wrong advice about cords. One side is smooth, one is ridged; which is which?

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