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Old 02-02-2008, 01:15 PM
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no screws on receptacle
Yesterday, part of a circuit went dead. The problem was traced back to a loose "backstab" connection. When I pulled out the offending receptacle, I saw that there were NO screws on it at all. Only slots for backstabs.

I replaced it and now am inspecting all the other receptacles in the house but I was wondering, was this common in the early 70's when the house was built?

EDIT:
I'm sorry there is a ground screw
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