You're saying the outlets are good but are you measuring resistance/continuity between hots, neutral and ground separately and to each other? That three prong tester is not going to tell you much. In addition, wire nuts could be loose, there could be a deep cut in a wire, etc. The outlet may not look bad but still could have a faulty connection if it's backstabbed. I work my way towards the issue, replacing each outlet, especially if it's backstabbed, and verifying voltage and continuity at each one, connected and not connected. I'd replace the receptacle with a brand new one at every outlet I disconnected, and properly pigtail the connections, just to be sure and not have to go back. I agree with the above poster that most of the time it's a backstabbed or improperly connected receptacle, causing you to lose a neutral. Using this method and 8 affected outlets, usually you can find the problem by opening up and disconnecting 3 outlets, like 20 minutes. If the issue still exists, its at an outlet further ahead in the circuit, (towards the panel) if it disappears, the issue is behind. I then pick an affected outlet in the middle, cut the circuit in half and see if the problem exists if I disconnect everything at one outlet. I disconnect them and see if the problem still exists. I then measure voltage and continuity between all the conductors at the problem outlet. On a subpanel, I make sure that the grounds and neutrals are separated and that they are all tight. I make sure all the neutral/ ground connections are tight on the ground bar if it's a main panel. I check to see if it's a multi-wire branch circuit that is affected. I measure at the incoming mains and after the breakers, on every breaker, it doesn't take very long. You may or may not have a multimeter and the level of expertise to be able to do this, but the way I do it:įirst, I get a reference voltage at the panel to measure against. Search before posting please Related SubsĪre there lights on that circuit as well? Misc tips and tricks Becoming an apprentice? Useful certifications for electricians Trade Threads Posts that fail to meet above requirements will be removed. r/AskElectricians /r/askanelectrician /r/diy /r/homeowners /r/electrical. Suggesting the burning scrap wire to remove the insulation will result in a ban. NO DIY, SELF-HELP POSTS, OR QUESTIONS FROM NON PROFESSIONALS. Incorrect, unsafe, or hazardous information will result in a ban. This includes company names of contractors. Back it up with a code reference.ĭO NOT post any personal information. Rules Generalĭon't be a dick, and adhere to the reddiquette If you are looking for DIY or general help please visit /r/askelectricians Pre-Apprentices start here before posting Help your fellow Redditors crack the electrical code. Talk shop, show off pictures of your work, and ask code related questions. Reddit's International Electrical Worker CommunityĪka The Great Reddit Council of Electricians In this photo, have a piece of paper with your username and date written on it. To get verified, send a photo to the mods that has your certificate/seal/card. Users with have verified their qualifications with the Mods Then message the mods with the country you are from. To add your country's flag to your flair, you must select a title from the drop down menu.
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