Michigan State University Extension
Home Maintenance And Repair - 01500176
06/24/03

Repairing Lamp Plugs


Before you begin be sure the lamp is disconnected
from the wall plug.

1. Cut off the old plug plus 1 inch of cord.

2. Split the insulation 2 inches to separate wires.

3. Strip insulation from 1/2 inch of each tip, then
scrape wire until bright (without nicking it).

4. Tie an underwriter's knot and pull wire back into
plug.

5. Form a loop on each wire so it curls clockwise
around its terminal. Tighten terminals to hold wires
securely. Put insulation disc over prongs.

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REMEMBER!! Be sure none of the little strands from one
wire touch the other wire or you will have sparks when
you plug it in.

A new plug (clamp type) is easy to use.
1. Cut wire off clean.

2. Thread wire through plug and into prong assembly.

3. Press the prongs down and push back into plug.

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This article was written by Anne Field, Extension
Specialist, Emeritus, with reference from MSU Extension
bulletin Electrical Repairs You Can Do.

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