"RBM" rbm2(remove wrote in message
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It is possible that the internal contacts on the outlet are loose, or the
wires connecting the outlet are loose. Also possibly wires inside the plug
are frayed or otherwise not making good contact


This is good advise. How tight does the outlet feel when plugging
unplugging stuff.

Also if the blades on the heater cord are the "folded" metal type as opposed
to solid you might try spreading them a bit for better contact.

Colbyt