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Don't let a broken Christmas tree wire ruin your Christmas spirit. In this guide you will follow step by step instructions on how to save Christmas by repairing your broken Christmas tree wire.

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Step 1 How to Repair a Christmas Tree Light Wire

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Unplug the lighting.

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Step 2

Using the wire strippers, split both wires apart approximately one inch.

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Step 3

Using the wire strippers, strip about an inch of insulation off of each wire.
Use appropriate wire gauge when stripping. A good practice is to start with large gauge and work your way down.

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Step 4

Twist all four copper strands.
This will make it easier to work with and help prevent fraying.

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Step 5

Insert the heat shrink tubing on the longer end of your wire.
Once the heat shrink is on your wire, slide it out of your way. We will address the heat shrink in Step 9.

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Cross and twist the wires together to create a connection.
This helps the wires form a better connection when soldering together.

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Step 7

Solder your wires together by applying heat to the bottom of your wires and solder to the top. The solder will melt onto the copper strands solidifying both wires together.
Burn and fire hazard. Take appropriate precautions and solder in a well-ventilated area.
Pre-heat soldering iron to 325 Fahrenheit.

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Step 8

Use electrical tape to wrap the soldered wires.
This will prevent both wires from contacting each other.

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Step 9

Slide the heat shrink over the soldered wires.

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Step 10

Use your heat source to apply heat to the heat shrink.
Burn and fire hazard.
Apply heat from heat appliance half an inch away from heat shrink.

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Step 11

Connect your Christmas tree plug into the outlet.

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Conclusion

You've completed soldering and properly covered any exposed wires being worked on. Connect your cable to an electrical outlet; you're Christmas tree is ready to light once again.

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You can also offset the lengths of the twin wires so the joints aren't next to each other for more protection from a short.

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How to Repair a Christmas Tree Light Wire

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