Flip off circuit breaker which you will be removing.
Actually, this step is optional as it serves almost no practical purpose. Turning off the circuit breaker within the service panel will not protect you from shock. However, I like to develop a procedure of always turning off circuit breakers, so that it becomes a rote procedure.
How to Remove a Circuit Breaker
By Lee Wallender, About.com
Turn Off Circuit Breaker
Turn Off Circuit Breaker
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- Unscrew Outer Panel of Service Panel
- Gently Remove Outer Panel of Service Panel
- Turn Off Circuit Breaker
- Rock Circuit Breaker Out
- Pull Breaker Straight Out
- Unscrew Wire to Circuit Breaker
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