Introdução
Replacing older homes aluminum wired receptacle with copper wiring reducing risk of fire to modern homes.
Ferramentas
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Check to ensure Receptacle Tester is working properly.
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Locate the Breaker Panel and breaker for the Receptacle (generally will be a 15A or 20A).
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Switch the breaker to OFF position
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Check to ensure none of the lights on tester is lit.
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Unscrew the screw securing the receptacle faceplate.
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Unscrew the screws securing the receptacle to box.
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Pull receptacle from the box.
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Unscrew all screws securing a wire from receptacle.
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Remove all wires from the receptacle.
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Cut all damaged wires and trim to proper length (1/2-inch of bare wire each end).
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Tie the aluminum and copper wires by twisting it together.
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Secure the wires by using wing nut wire connectors.
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Create a hook form for each wires.
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Connect and secure black insulated wire to hot side of receptacle.
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Connect and secure white insulated wire to neutral side of receptacle.
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Connect and secure bare wire to ground port of receptacle.
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Wrap electrical tape to ensure no wires short when reassemble.
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Bend the wires and push receptacle in the box.
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Secure the receptacle in box with screws.
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Secure the faceplate with the screw.
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Locate the Breaker Panel and breaker for the Receptacle (generally will be a 15A or 20A).
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Switch the breaker to ON position.
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Check if the needed lights is lit to state "CORRECT WIRING."
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Now you can safely use the Receptacle.
Now you can safely use the Receptacle.
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