Wiring a GFCI Outlet with a Switch
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How to Wire a GFCI Outlet with a Switch – There are a few different methods that are used to wire GFI Outlets but all start with locating the Line side of the GFCI Receptacle where the power source is attached as described. © By: Dave Rongey |
Identifying the Wiring for a New GFCI Outlet
Electrical Question: I am replacing an ungrounded 2nd generation duplex outlet with a GFCI outlet.
- The existing outlet is controlled by a switch.
- There are three wires present, one red wire attached to the left side upper terminal and two white wires attached to the right side terminals.
- Would I attached the red to the brass line terminal of the GFCI and the whites to the silver line terminal of the GFCI
This electrical wiring question came from: Rick, a Homeowner from New Jersey
Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Rick.
How to Wire a GFCI Outlet with a Switch
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate.
Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools and Voltage Tester.
Estimated Time: Depends on personal level experience and ability to work with tools.
Precaution: Identify the source power circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
There are a few different methods that are used to wire GFI Outlets but all start with locating the Line side of the GFCI Receptacle where the power source is attached as described.
- The wiring assignments for the new GFCI outlet are as follows:
- The brass screw is for the hot wire, and the silver screw is for the neutral wire.
- The wiring that you have described for the existing outlet should be verified because you have stated that the outlet is controlled by a switch.
- Once the wiring has been identified then the wiring should be connected to the Line side of the GFCI outlet.
- The GFCI outlet must be labeled stating that the outlet does not have a ground source.
The Following will assist you with wiring GFCI Outlets:
- Wiring Electrical Outlet for the Home
- Home electrical wiring includes 110 volt outlets and 220 volt outlets and receptacles which are common place in every home. See how wiring electrical outlets for the home are done.
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- Electrical Wire for the Home
- Complete listing of electrical wire types and parts used for home projects with electrical code information serves as selection guidelines.
For more information about GFCI Wiring
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- GFCI Wiring
- This list of articles will help you learn about the features and benefits provided by GFI and GFCI Receptacles and how they are wired.
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