Tools
Parts
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Unplug the appliance.
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Unscrew and remove the terminal block cover plate, found where the cord enters the electrical device.
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If there are any signs of damage, replace the block.
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If the block is OK, test the power cord.
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Set your multimeter on the RX1 scale.
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Clip the meter probes to the plug's outer prongs.
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Clip jumper wire across the outer cord terminals.
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Bend and pull the cord. Replace the cord if the multimeter reads above zero ohms or fluctuates.
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Clip the jumper across the middle and one outer terminal, then clip the multimeter to the corresponding plug prongs. Look for steady zero-ohms readings. If readings fluctuate, replace the cord and/or plug.
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