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"If your getting a reading on the outlets that means it is working, Although not correct, working none the less. I am a bit confused.  You said in first post that the wall plugs were revers polarity, today your saying some other plugs are reversed.  \nI need some clarification on this myself. \nThe sizzle in the dimmer area is a sign that either the amount of bulbs size wise are way to high of a draw for the lamp(s) it was dimming and the switch fried.  This is a very common issue when people install low quality low amperage dimmers and then install a major light fixture or 10 ceiling lights with floods. \nAnother reason is that the wires within the switch box fried which would result in power shutting off to other devices. \nIn any case, something fried and the services of a licensed electrical contractor should be considered.  Once a wire burns it may require complete replacement if its melted within the box. And unless you have a great understanding of how to properly wire this I suggest you seek the help of someone who can. \n\nAs far as the reverse polarity, this would have nothing to do with a short but can be the result of someone who did wiring before and did not understand what they were doing."
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