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How to Wire an Outlet with 4 Wires: A Step-by-Step Guide

Wiring an outlet with four wires entails connecting two hot wires, a neutral wire, and a ground wire to the appropriate terminals on the outlet. The hot wires, typically black or red, carry electricity from the panel to the outlet. The neutral wire, usually white, completes the circuit back to the panel. The ground wire, which is usually… Read More »