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increase the amperage of the switch. if it is a 15 amp switch, change it to a 20 amp switch. you also can reduce the load on the switch, which will relieve the heating. in either case, do it NOW, that switch can start a fire at any time. be prepared to pay 5 to7.00 for a 20 amp switch.

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