Electrician's Instant Answers / Edition 1

by David Tuck, R. Dodge Woodson, Gary Tuck, David Tucker

Overview

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The Book for Electricians Who Need the Right Answer NOW!

Here’s the one on-site reference electricians can’t afford to be without! Electricians’ Instant Answers provides all the information you need to solve just about any electrical procedure problem – quickly, effectively, and economically. Packed with calculations, tips, fast facts, charts, tables, and photographs, Electrician’s Instant Answers features just enough text to get the job done right, without wasting your time.

Electricians and electrical contractors can turn to Electrician’s Instant Answers for expert, easy-to-understand coverage of:
* Appropriate codes related to calculation methods
* Basic tools and techniques
* Services, feeders, and branch circuits
* Wiring methods
* New construction
* Wiring of existing buildings
* Electrical terminations
* Underground circuits for outlaying loads
* Communications
* Troubleshooting
* Safety and first aid

If you’re looking for a portable, no-nonsense reference that provides the data you need to tackle even the toughest electrical job — your search ends here.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780071402033
Publisher:	McGraw Hill LLC
Publication date:	02/14/2003
Series:	Instant Answer Series
Pages:	365
Product dimensions:	4.90(w) x 7.80(h) x 1.05(d)

About the Author

R. Dodge Woodson (Brunswick, ME) has over 20 years' experience as a home builder, contractor, master plumber, and real estate broker. He is the author of many McGraw-Hill books, including Be A Successful Building Contractor 2/e, and National Plumbing Codes Handbook 2/e.

Gary and David Tuck (Fort Fairfield, Maine), A father and son electrician team one specializing in residential and light construction and the other in commercial electrical construction.

Gary Tuck and David Tuck are a father and son team who have devoted their lives to the electrical trade. Both men are master electricians and operate a family-owned business in Fort Fairfield, Maine. Over the years, the Tuck team has done residential, light commercial, commercial, and industrial work. Their services have been in such high demand that they have traveled hundreds of miles to take on large projects. They are known for responding to the most basic requests from area homeowners. Having been in business for decades, the Tuck name is known to nearly everyone in their community. Their well rounded and deep routed experience brings this book to life with years and years of hard earned, hands on knowledge.

Table of Contents

	About the Authors	xvii
Chapter 1	Understanding Circuits	1
	Series Circuit	1
	Parallel Circuits	1
	Parallel-Series Circuit	2
	Series-Parallel Circuit	4
	Divided Circuit	4
	Multiple Circuits	5
	Feeder Circuits	5
	Subfeeder Circuits	5
	Main Circuits	5
	Submain Circuits	5
	Tap Circuits	6
	Branch Circuits	6
Chapter 2	Temporary Wiring	11
Chapter 3	Exterior Wiring	15
	Overhead Wiring	16
	Going Underground	18
	Outside Components	21
	Receptacles	21
	Switches	24
	Conduit	24
	Exiting a Home Wall	24
	Exterior Lights	24
	Automated Lights	27
	Getting Out	29
Chapter 4	New Construction	41
	Meetings	32
	Permits	32
	Temporary Service	33
	Ordering Materials	33
	Schedule	34
	Basement and Slab Wiring	34
	Exterior Wiring	35
	Roughing-In	36
	Trimming Out	38
	Keeping Order	38
Chapter 5	Installation Tips, Tricks, and Techniques	41
	Sizing Circuits	41
	Choosing the Right Boxes	45
	Box Placement	52
	Surface Wiring	53
	Nail Plates	53
	Attics	55
	Crawlspace Installations	55
	Working Wire Through Existing Space	56
	Cutting Holes	59
	Middle-Run Receptacles	59
	Push-In Terminals	60
	Split-Circuit Outlets	60
	Recessed Light Housings	60
	Dishwashers	61
	Ceiling Fans	61
	Sizing Whole-House Fans	61
	Metal Conduit	62
	Metal Studs	64
	Subpanels	71
	Tip Sheets	71
Chapter 6	Home Automation	73
	Structured Wiring System	74
	Power Line Carrier	74
	Timers	74
	Computers	75
	Going Wireless	75
	Networking	75
	Surge Control	76
	Protocols	76
	Home Security	78
	Lights	79
	Plumbing	80
	HVAC	80
	Entertainment	81
	Telecommunications	81
	Outdoor Systems	81
	System Specifications	82
Chapter 7	Lighting	83
	Incandescent Lighting	85
	Fluorescent Lighting	86
	High Intensity Discharge (HID)	88
	Mercury Vapor Lamps	95
	Metal Halide Lamps	95
	High Pressure Sodium Luminaires	96
	Residential Lighting	96
	Residential Luminaires	113
	Ceiling Paddle Fans	136
	Bathroom Exhaust Fans	136
	Emergency Lighting	138
	Commercial Lighting	138
Chapter 8	Electric Heating Units	147
	Baseboard Heating Units	148
Chapter 9	HVAC Electricity and Wiring	151
	DC Circuits	152
	AC Circuits	159
	Wires	173
	Power Measurement and Electric Rates	177
	Consumption	180
	Demand	182
	Cost Adjustments and Other Charges	183
Chapter 10	Materials	185
	Receptacles	185
	230 Volt Receptacles	187
	Switches	193
	Rocker Switches	195
	Specialty Switches	196
	Plugs	197
	Wall Plates	198
	Wire Connectors	199
	Wire Sizes and Applications	199
Chapter 11	Tools	239
	Ladders	239
	Knockout Punches	240
	Drill Bits	241
	Hole Saws	241
	Hacksaws	242
	Keyhole Saws	242
	Knives	244
	Electrician's Hammer	244
	Pliers	244
	Screwdrivers	245
	Multi-Tap Tools	245
	Nut Drivers	246
	Allen Wrenches	246
	Tape Measures	247
	Torpedo Levels	247
	Portable Band Saws	247
	Reciprocating Saws	247
	Conduit Benders	247
	Meters	248
	Cordless Tools	251
	Pipe Threaders	251
	Fish Tapes	252
	Wire Lube	252
	Electrical Connectors and Accessories	253
Chapter 12	Troubleshooting and Repairs	255
	Plugs and Cords	256
	240 Volt Plug	256
	Quick-Connect Plugs	257
	Incandescent Fixtures	257
	Fluorescent Fixtures	258
	Troubleshooting Switches	259
	Troubleshooting Receptacles	261
	Troubleshooting Circuit Breakers	263
	Doorbells	264
	Thermostats	266
Chapter 13	Getting Work	269
	Word-Of-Mouth Referrals	269
	Ground Work	270
	During the Job	270
	At the End of the Job	270
	Customer Satisfaction	271
	New Customer Bases	271
	Are You Bondable for Large Jobs?	273
	Performance and Security Bid Bonds	273
	The Risk of Big Jobs	274
	Competition in the Bid Process	276
	Preparing Accurate Take-Offs	277
	Pricing	279
	Markup On Materials	279
	Monitoring Your Competitors	280
	Pricing Your Services	281
	Presentation	281
	Showing Your Worth	282
	Know Your Competition	284
	Effective Estimating Techniques	284
Chapter 14	Keeping Jobs on Track	287
	Establishing Production Schedules	288
	Maintaining Schedules	289
	Unforeseen Scheduling Obstacles	291
	Projecting Your Job Budget	292
	Projecting Your Business Budget	293
	Maintaining Financial Budget Requirements	297
	Job Costing: Assessing Future Job Pricing	298
	Tracking Profitability	300
	Accurate Job Costing	301
	Time Management	302
Chapter 15	Worksite Safety	303
	Facing Dangers	303
	General Safety	306
	Clothing	307
	Jewelry	308
	Eye and Ear Protection	309
	Pads	309
	Tool Safety	310
	Fire Prevention	317
	Co-worker Safety	317
Chapter 16	First Aid	319
	Open Wounds	320
	Splinters	322
	Eye Injuries	324
	Scalp Injuries	325
	Facial Injuries	325
	Nosebleeds	326
	Back Injuries	326
	Legs and Feet	326
	Hand Injuries	327
	Shock	327
	Burns	329
	Heat-Related Problems	330
	Glossary	333
	Appendix	345
	Index	359