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How To Reconfigure A Switched Electrical Outlet

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Please see the attached photo of the outlet controlled by the switch.


There is only 1 incoming wire in the outlet box and when the switch is turned off, but the outlet don't work.

How do I have the switch only control 1 outlet and the other outlet remain on
 

roger

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To answer your question you can't legally, you would need an additional conductor.
With that said, the forum rules do not allow us to assist in DIY projects.

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