Mark Lloyd wrote:
On 9 Nov 2006 13:24:07 -0800, "
wrote:


hi,
i currently have an electric outlet w/o ground. i purchased a new
outlet w/ ground since the new appliance requires it but how do i
connect the ground on the new outlet?


There'll be a green screw near the end of the outlet. Connect the
ground wire to that. Also, if you're installing the outlet in a metal
box, that box MIGHT be grounded do you don't need the screw.

Don't you have to make sure the receptical you're installing is rated as
a "self grounding" type before you can rely on the receptical obtaining
a proper ground connection from a proven grounded metal box?

Jeff

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