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One area of home loses power
Try to determine what caused the power
failure and remedy before switching the
breaker back ON. Call an electrician or the
homebuilder if the cause of the power failure
can’t be determined.
Reset the circuit breaker by pushing the switch
all the way OFF and then flipping it to the
ON position.
CAUTION: Do not allow anyone except a
licensed electrician to alter or repair the
home’s electrical system.
CAUTION: Permits may be required for
some electrical changes. The permit
process is designed to ensure the system
meets local codes and is an important
part of preventing damage and injury.
Light fixtures
The home’s warranty doesn’t include damages
or short circuits caused by changes made to the
light fixtures. Have an electrician attach, detach,
or otherwise change light fixtures.
CAUTION: Install childproof outlet covers
to protect children from injuries resulting
from outlets and wiring.
Also, see Electrical Troubleshooting, following.
Also, see GFCIs and AFCIs, page 15.
Troubleshooting
Before calling an electrician with electrical
problems, consult the following list. You may
be able to save money and time.
Problem: outlet won’t work
Check wall switch and make sure it isn’t off. If
the switch is on, check the circuit breaker. If the
breaker is tripped, reset it.
Problem: ceiling light or lamp won’t
turn on
Turn the wall switch on. Check the light bulb
to ensure it isn’t burned out. If the bulb is fine,
check if the circuit breaker is tripped.
Problem: disposal won’t work
Find the disposal’s reset button and push it.
If the disposal and dishwasher receive their
power from an electrical outlet, ensure they are
plugged in properly. Check to see if the circuit
breaker is tripped.
Problem: electric water heater
won’t work
Check to see if the circuit breaker is tripped.
If it’s not, turn off the water heater’s power.
Locate the reset button beneath the water
heater’s access cover and push it. Then turn
it back on.
Problem: oven won’t heat
Check the circuit breaker. Also, check the
owner’s manual to ensure proper use of
the time controls.
