This is a video I made quite awhile ago, and it’s like 45 minutes long – so as requested here’s a short version you can watch quickly and get the same information when you’re on the go! 00:00 Intro00:18 Use A Sharp Knife For Sheathing 00:38 Get Hot & Neutral Out Of The Way & […]
Many up-and-coming electricians have trouble understanding how to use the various electrical testers out on the market. All of the dials, characters, and options can get a bit confusing if you don’t have experience using a multi-meter. In this episode, I talk about how to use a commonly used tester, the Fluke T5-600. USED IN […]
In this episode I talk about how to install an electrical plug-in receptacle. Plugs are pretty day one helper stuff, but I talk about some methods of twisting joints, using strippers, cutting sheathing, and mounting the devices that maybe some teachers out there don’t use. As an apprentice, getting used to how your tools work […]
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/theelectricianu 00:00 Intro00:40 How to wire and install a switch03:10 Importance of the height of installing the switch06:35 Running wire to the electrical boxes08:40 Stapling down the wires11:50 Organizing wires in to place12:26 Wire nut placement14:00 Twisting wires nicely16:45 Applying wires to switch screws17:42 Tighten ground first20:12 Screw switch to electrical box22:20 Keyless […]
It’s easy to talk about what it means to be a great crew-lead, but what most people don’t think about is what makes a good follower or helper. This is really a deep methodology that takes wisdom and purpose to execute so let’s crack it open for a minute. 👾🤖PRACTICE EXAMS🤖👾https://www.electricianu.com/practice-exams 😎👕MERCH👕😎https://www.electricianu.com/merchandise 📲👥SOCIALS👥📲Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/electrician_uDiscord […]
This is a more often than not kind of service call we can expect. Adding another receptacle, adding another switch: it is the same method employed. A good note when cutting into the drywall is to locate your stud. More than likely, the outlet box will be nailed to a stud on one side of […]
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As we all know, the NFPA 70 (aka NEC code book!) is quite full of a TON of information. Being able to interpret that information is vital to us as electricians so we can do our jobs. But, so is being able to FIND that information! And, as each of us are different in the […]
Here’s how to install Recessed Cans in under 5 minutes! 00:00 Intro00:32 Match Flanges With Truss00:46 Hammer Each Arm In Place / Leg Customization01:44 Always Tighten The Locking Screws, or Pinch Tabs02:11 Junction Box02:35 Make Sure Wire is Secure03:34 Don’t Strip Too Much Wire Out04:11 Laser Measure04:37 Outro FULL-LENGTH VERSION OF THIS VIDEO click here: […]