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Electrical

Check Surge Protector Condition

EASY10 minElectricalPart of Summer Maintenance

Why It Matters

Surge protectors degrade over time and after absorbing surges. A dead surge protector is just an expensive power strip.

Quick Guide

  1. 1

    Gather your tools and materials

    You'll need: basic tools. Materials required: necessary materials.

  2. 2

    Perform the check surge protector condition

    Verify surge protectors still show active protection indicators and replace any that have absorbed a major surge.

  3. 3

    Verify and clean up

    Check that the work was completed correctly and clean up your workspace.

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