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As wires get older the coating on the outside wears away exposing the metal wire inside. If it comes in contact with a conductive material it will cause a short or sparks to form which can start a fire.

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What is the correct wire gauge of ordinary household wiring?

Mainly copper is used for household wiring but it may vary.


What wire of an appliance connects its metal base to the ground through the household wiring?

The green or green/yellow wire in an appliance connects its metal base to the ground through the household wiring. This wire is known as the ground wire and is an essential safety feature to prevent electric shocks in case of a fault.


What is the orange wire in household system?

In household wiring, an orange wire is typically used as a designated color for communication wiring, such as telephone, data, or networking cables. It is important to consult local building codes or a licensed electrician to ensure proper identification and use of wiring in your specific household system.


What is a Black wire in a household circuit?

Answer for USA, Canada and countries using similar 60Hz household electrical servicesBlack insulated wire is used for a "Hot" (or "Live") wire. Answer for European and other countries using similar 50Hz household electrical services In old wiring, as was used for household electrical circuits installed in the UK prior to 2006, the "Neutral" would have been a black insulated wire. Black insulated wiring is not used for that purpose today. For more information see the answers to the Related Questions shown below.


How do you save a person from touching a live household electric wire?

If someone is touching a live household electric wire, do not touch them or the wire yourself. Quickly cut off the power supply to the house at the circuit breaker if possible, and then call emergency services for help. It is important to avoid direct contact with the person until emergency services arrive to safely remove them from the electric source.

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What is black wire use for?

In household wiring it is the "hot" wire that carries current to the load.


What is the correct wire gauge of ordinary household wiring?

Mainly copper is used for household wiring but it may vary.


What wire of an appliance connects its metal base to the ground through the household wiring?

The green or green/yellow wire in an appliance connects its metal base to the ground through the household wiring. This wire is known as the ground wire and is an essential safety feature to prevent electric shocks in case of a fault.


Which is the positive wire between a white and black wire?

That depends if it is automotive or household wiring. On a car a black wire is almost always ground. On house wiring black is the supply (hot) wire.That depends if it is automotive or household wiring. On a car a black wire is almost always ground. On house wiring black is the supply (hot) wire.


What is the orange wire in household system?

In household wiring, an orange wire is typically used as a designated color for communication wiring, such as telephone, data, or networking cables. It is important to consult local building codes or a licensed electrician to ensure proper identification and use of wiring in your specific household system.


What is the purpose of the white electrical wire in a typical household wiring system?

The purpose of the white electrical wire in a typical household wiring system is to carry the current back to the electrical panel or source after it has been used by the device or appliance.


What is a Black wire in a household circuit?

Answer for USA, Canada and countries using similar 60Hz household electrical servicesBlack insulated wire is used for a "Hot" (or "Live") wire. Answer for European and other countries using similar 50Hz household electrical services In old wiring, as was used for household electrical circuits installed in the UK prior to 2006, the "Neutral" would have been a black insulated wire. Black insulated wiring is not used for that purpose today. For more information see the answers to the Related Questions shown below.


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What is the wide slot on a household outlet?

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How do you save a person from touching a live household electric wire?

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