How to Know If an Electrical Plug Is Bad
If possible, open the plug using a screwdriver. Some plugs have a small plastic piece in between the prongs or on the side of the plug opposite the prongs that's removable. Verify that the wires inside are securely screwed down to the respective post for each prong. The exposed ends of each wire should not touch each other. If they do, redo the connections before reassembling the plug.
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