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What Are Electrical Outlets Used For?

What Are Electrical Outlets Used For? Role of an electrical outlet An electrical outlet allows you to power all your everyday electrical appliances: fridge, washing machine, coffee machine, vacuum cleaner, television, etc., by connecting them to the electrical network. Electrical plug and socket: male and female electrical socket The socket is recessed into the wall. […]

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What are Electric Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Nowadays, fuses are being replaced in favour of circuit breakers, but the functionality of the fuses is still relevant. Role of a fuse A fuse is a safety device that protects against short circuits and overloads. The fuse is in the form of a cylinder made of glass or ceramic, with a filament passing through […]

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When Should I Call a Professional Electrician?

When Should I Call a Professional Electrician? A routine electrical inspection followed by prompt electrical repairs is the best preventative measure homeowners should undertake to avoid an electrical fire from occurring. If you are encountering the slightest electrical issue, it is always wise to have a professional electrician inspect your circuit breaker, electrical panel wiring, […]

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The Role of Electric Current and Socket

The Role of Electric Current and Socket Summary The Role of Electric Current: – Definition of electric current – Current intensity – Voltage of the electric current – Electric power The Role of Electric Socket: – Role of an electrical outlet – Electrical plug and socket – Types of sockets – Number of electrical outlets […]

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Why Hire a Professional for Your Electrical Repairs?

Whether it be the water heater, lighting, computer, television, air conditioning and other appliances, if you look around you”ll notice that almost everything runs on electricity. To ensure the proper functioning of your network and its different electrical devices, it is therefore essential to be in contact with an electrician. An electrical expert can fix […]

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How to Protect Your Domestic Appliances

The risks posed by electricity require various protective measures. The electrical protection, first of all, involves insulation: – Wires and cables are systematically protected by a layer of insulating material, usually PVC. – It is imperative to avoid bare wires and, if necessary, to take specific measures to handle them (in particular, cutting off the […]

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How Do You Set up a Home Audio System?

Do you want to install the home cinema you just bought? Between the various devices and the multiple connections, there is a lot to get lost in. To help you make the right connections for a perfect fit, here are a few tips for connecting your home theater with complete peace. DVD connection with a […]

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How to Install and Connect a Home Cinema

Summary– Step 1: Install the home theater speakers– Step 2: Install and Connect the Audio/Video Amplifier– Step 3: Connect your home theater speakers The sound of a film is at least as important as the image for the immersive and spectacular side of the story. That’s why home audio systems are increasingly occupying the living […]

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Ventilation: The Need to Renew Indoor Air Quality

When it comes to heating energy, comfort, and hygiene, ventilation is very important. To ensure the health of the occupants of a dwelling or workplace, the flow of fresh air must be adapted to the number of people and their activities. According to SIA 382/1, an active person in a dwelling needs 30 m3 of […]

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What Is the Role of a Switch on an Electrical Circuit

Summary – Role of a switch– Switch types: toggle switch, remote switch, timer switch, dimmer switch – Principle of the toggle switch– Wireless toggle switch – Definition and roles of a remote switch– Types of remote switches – Role of a timer switch– Advantage of the timer switch – Role of the dimmer switch– For […]