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Follow the time stamps below to run electrical wire:
0:40 Prep: Choose device location
0:48 Prep: Measure for cable length
1:12 Step 1: Turn off electricity
1:40 Step 2: Mark electrical box
2:01 Step 3: Drill hole in ceiling or floor
3:01 Step 4: Cut opening for electrical box
3:18 Step 5: Run cable
3:51 Step 6: Run cable past fire block
4:39 Step 7: Pull cable through wall
5:11 Tools & Materials

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