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WTF... did someone wire that up in series and not in parallel? Just the first thought that entered my mind... I mean a lot can happen over 100+ years. You never know, right?



It is a little confusing from the description, but if the circuit is wired in series three things have to be in operation all at once. The switch must be on, a operational light bulb must be in the socket and an working appliance must be plugged in.


Another explanation could be that the outlet is a half switch, like some have in bedrooms and living rooms IE the light and a lamp come on when the wall switch in on.

Last edited by MACMC; 06/19/2011 9:09 AM.
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