How to Fix an Outlet that has a Yellow Light and is Not Working
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We have an outlet that has a yellow light and the outlet is not working. © By: Dave Rongey |
Problem with an Outlet
Electrical Question: We have an outlet that has a yellow light and the outlet is not working.
In the garage, we have a double outlet. At the moment, the light above is yellow. It should be green, nothing works in the outlet.
This electrical wiring question came from Joe, a Homeowner in Grayslake, Illinois.
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Joe.
How to Fix a Tripped Outlet with a Yellow Light
Application: Problem with a Tripped Outlet.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced – Best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor, or Certified Electrician.
Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
Electrical Safety: Identify the electrical power source to the AFCI Outlet, turn it OFF and Tag with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials: Electrical parts and materials for the AFCI Outlet should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections: Installing or changing home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes as adopted in Grayslake, Illinois. A permit and inspections may also be required.
Power Problem of an Outlet in a Garage
This electrical wiring project is about an Outlet in an Attached Garage.
GFCI or AFCI Outlet Power Has Tripped Off
Joe, from what you have described the outlet with yellow light indicates that it has tripped and turned itself off. Therefore the outlet needs to be reset.
To reset the outlet push the RESET button which is located in the center of the outlet.
Once this is done, the yellow light will go off, and the green light should light up, and the outlet will once again have power available for you to use.
SPECIFIC RESOURCES:
Please see the following articles that will assist you:
Cause of No Power to an Electrical Outlet
How to Identify and Repair Lost Power to an Outlet when there is one outlet that is not working
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More about Electrical Outlets
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Home electrical wiring includes 110 volt outlets and 220 volt outlets and receptacles which are common place in every home. See how wiring electrical outlets for the home are done.
How to Install Garage Electrical Wiring
Garage Electrical Wiring
Fully Explained Photos and Wiring Diagrams for Garage Electrical Wiring with Code Requirements for most new or remodel projects.
GFCI and AFCI Circuit Breakers
Arc Fault Circuit Interruption AFCI provides the extra measure of safety for your family. AFCI’s are installed serving required house wiring circuits protecting areas such as the bedrooms. AFCI protects the bedroom circuit devices against the danger of arcing which can lead to fire.
AFCI Circuit Electrical Codes
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