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Electrical Wiring Diagram and Symbols
	Summary:	Identification of Wiring Diagrams and Symbols used in Electrical Construction for understanding Blueprints and Electrical Drawings.

Not only do wiring symbols show us where something is to be installed, but what the electrical device is that will be installed. When performing any electrical wiring, whether it is a room remodel project or a new home, many things need to be identified in order to get a full understanding.

Understanding Wiring Diagrams and Symbols for Home Electrical Wiring

Lighting Symbols
Switches Symbols
Outlets Symbols
Signals & Communications Symbols
Electrical Panel Symbols

See this house wired room by room

Identify the following items:

Base & Upper Cabinet locations and dimensions.
Countertops - Thickness, back splash height.
Plans for wall attached items such as mirrors and towel bars.

Electrical Wiring Diagram Symbols for Lighting

		Surface Ceiling Light
		Recessed Ceiling Light
		Drop Cord Light
		Landscape Light
		Wall Light
		Ceiling Fan
		Multi-light Bar
		Track Light
		Troffer Fluorescent Light
		Surface Fluorescent Light

Home Electrical Wiring Diagram Symbols for Switches

	Switch
	3-Way Switch
	4-Way Switch
	Dimmer Switch

Home Electrical Wiring Symbols for Outlets

	Outlet
	GFI Outlet
	Switched Outlet
	Waterproof Outlet
	Quad Outlet
	Floor Outlet
	240 Volt Outlet

Home Electrical Wiring Symbols for Signals & Communications

		Smoke Detector
		Telecom Outlets
		Stereo Outlet
		Television Outlet
		Doorbell Button
		Doorbell Chime
		Doorbell Transformer
		Thermostat

Home Electrical Wiring Symbols for Panels

Service Panel

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