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121439080453 rooms that require GFCI protection and whyKitchen Laundry room bathroom Because of wet or damp locations0
12143908046What type of switch controls overhead light from two different spots3 way1
12143908047What type of switch to control a light from 3 different locations4 way2
12143908048Appliances that require dedicated circuits in the kitchenStove, fridge, dishwasher, microwave3
12143908049How many amps is a receptacle1.5 amps4
12143908050Example of a Manually operated electrical componentOver head light5
12143908051Example of an automatic electrical componentSump pump6
12143908052Type of drawing showing where and how a component is located in a circuitElectrical layouts7
12143908053FuseConsumable protective device that fails if too much current flows through it.8
12143908054Circuit breakerA protective device that can be reset.9
12143908055Installation planThis tool has two parts the electrician uses: layout drawing and wiring details.10
12143908056KnockoutsThe small tab in electrical boxes that are removed to allow wire access. They are usually round.11
121439080572 conductor cableThis cable has these wires: black (hot), white(neutral) and green or copper (ground).12
121439080583 conductor cableThis cable has these wires: black(hot), white (neutral), green/copper (ground) and red (hot).13
121439080593 way switchAllows a load(light, fan) to be turned on from two locations14
12143908060Duplex outletThis allows you to plug in two components in a single location. Cover plate is held on by one screw.15
12143908061Outlet connectionsThe brass/gold screw is the hot wire. The silver screw is the neutral wire. The green screw is the ground wire.16
12143908062Captive screwThis type of screw has a retainer on the back that keeps the screw in place. It is commonly used in electrical switches and receptacles.17
12143908063Cover plateThis goes over a duplex outlet and is held on by one screw. A light switch cover plate has two screws.18
12143908064Lineman PliersThese pliers cut, twist wires together, and grip wires for pulling. They have a squared off end that is great for twisting wires together, a center cutting blade for cutting wire, and a grip area between the handles to pull wire.19
12143908065Flat head screwdriverThis screwdriver is used for straight slot screws. You will likely need more than one size for your project. If you have to choose just one, pick a medium blade. It will suit most projects.20
12143908066Philips screwdriverThis screwdriver has four blades used to install Phillips-head screws. The tip looks like a plus sign.21
12143908067Needle-nose pliersThese pliers are used to form small conductors, cut conductors, and to hold and pull conductors. The narrow head allows working in tight areas.22
12143908068side cutting pliersThese cutting pliers are used to cut wire in limited spaces. They are specially designed with a cutting edge that goes down to the tip of the pliers. The advantage being that you can get into tight areas to trim wires.23
12143908069Wire strippersThis tool is used to cut the insulation off of the wire. They are equipped with different sized cutting teeth for various sized wires. They also have a cut-off portion in order to cut the wire.24
12143908070Cable rippersThis tool is used to slit the insulation for stripping on Romex-type cables.25
12143908071Fish tapeThis tool is used to is used to pull stranded or solid wire through metal conduit or PVC Conduit.26
12143908072Adjustable WrenchCommonly known as a Crescent wrench, this tool is used to tighten couplings and connectors, tighten pressure-type wire connectors, and remove and hold nuts and bolts.27
12143908073HacksawA cutting tool; type of handsaw that is used to cut metal; this saw has an adjustable frame that holds thin blades of varying length in place; a handle is set in one end28
12143908074Conduit BenderThis tool is used to bend electrical metal tubing (up to 1 1/4'') or rigid metal conduit (up to 1'').29
12143908075Allen wrench setTools used to tighten and loosen countersunk hexagonal screws. Larger electrical panel boards will require these to tighten main connector lugs.30
12143908076Tape measureThis tool is use to measure heights for switches and outlets. You will also need it to center lighting fixture boxes.31
12143908077HammerThis tool is used to secure boxes equipped with nail-on brackets to studs in a home. You'll also need it to drive staples when adding new Romex (type NM) wiring in a home.32
12143908078Drill BitThis is used in conjunction with a drill to make holes through studs to run wires.33
12143908079DrillThis is used in conjunction with a drill bit to make holes through studs to run wires.K34
12143908080Key Hole SawThis is used to make a hole larger to run wires.35
12143908081Circuit TesterThis is used to determine if there is live current.36
12143908082Wood ChiselMay be used to remove pieces of wood to get wires to fit.37
12143908083Vise GripsThis is used to hold wires firmly38
12143908084Plug in circuit testerThis can be plugged into an outlet to determine if there is current.39
12143908085wire nutthese are used as a way to join wires together40
12143908087duplex outlet41
12143908086braceThis is used with a drill bit to make a hole - has since been replaced by the electric drill.42
12143908088Non- Metalic Sheeth Cable (Romex)43

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