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How To Install Or Replace A Wall Outlet |
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Over time a wall outlet will wear down and need
replaced. If you have a small appliance or a lamp plugged in and it's not
working you most likely have a worn wall outlet. This is assuming that the
circuit breaker is on and working properly. Replacing a wall outlet is a
project you can do yourself in a few minutes. Before attempting to install a wall outlet, make sure the power source is turned off at the circuit panel. 1. Remove the face plate by unscrewing the two bolts that attach it. 2. Use a circuit tester to ensure the power is off. If unsure, you should turn off all the power to the home from the main circuit breaker. Remove the old worn wall outlet by removing the two bolts that secure it to the wall. 3. Remove the wiring by unscrewing it from the outlet. Mark the wires if necessary with masking tape to identify them later. (Hot, neutral and ground). Black or Red Wire = Hot 4. Use a wire stripper and remove insulation from the wiring, if necessary. Make sure the bare ends are about 1/2" to 3/4" long and are clean and shiny. Bend them in a U-Shape with needlenose pliers. |
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5. Attach the wires to the new wall outlet, making sure the hot wire, (black or red) is attached to the darker or gold screw and the white wire to the lighter or silver screw. The green (or bare) wire is the ground and it needs to be connected to the ground screw. Make sure the wiring screwed in tightly. 6. Gently place the wiring back into the wall box. Install the wall outlet using the above instructions in reverse order. 7. Turn the circuit breaker back on and test the wall outlet by plugging in a lamp or small appliance.
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