Be sure to also check out some of the other electrical based videos in this playlist kzfaq.info/sun/PLNqMHp9NYUwvrK5zrEsQs46SI9Cpegf6F

I like how you tested the load with your fingers first, LOL.

Thank you sooooo much for being so detailed. I'm a Retired single female on a limited budget and my tester button broke on my GFCI outlet, and I know I need to replace it. My house was built in 2014 and due to Power outages and several appliances plugged up, what you've stated explains why I need to change it anyway. Your tutorial is so easy to follow. I remember things by "word association"...Example: I remember "Power Line" has Electricity flowing through it (like the street Power Lines outside) and "Neutral Ground" meaning they're on the same side (meaning agreement) 😊. Thank you again.

You're a brave man to wave your hands around those live and neutral wires without getting a mule kick to launch you across the kitchen.

I’ve watched a few of these videos where information is incomplete. This guy leaves nothing out. There is a difference between an expert attempting to explain something and an expert who is also a competent instructor. Thank you. I’m subscribed.

One of the few videos that explain how to test the wires to find out which ones are load and which are line.

Best Gfci explanation on youtube for me thank you

great job I know now what mistakes I made in the past and how to avoid,Gracias

You answered all my questions by watching the video thank you

Thank you!! After replacing my GFI plug exactly how the original wires were then it wouldn't work. I'm like must be defective. Put the old one back in and ready to head back to Home Depot and then thought let's check KZfaq and found your video. Thanks to you pointing out the load and line inputs, I found the new one had the opposite positions of the line and load inputs.

This is the only video that helped me fix my gfci outlet! When he explained the back of the outlet I knew exactly what to do! Thanks 🙏

I'm so grateful for this video! I have an outlet that failed, causing the other outlets on the circuit to lose power. I watched several KZfaq videos & studied how to troubleshoot & replace the outlet. I chose to purchase a 15A Leviton Smartlockpro Audible Self-Test GFCI Outlet. Your video is the ONLY video that gave me the confidence to replace the outlet myself. I appreciate your detailed descriptions & presentation. THANK YOU!!!

On really critical repairs, such as this, I always take a photo of all components, just to make sure everything goes back together properly. Thank You, Dan!

I am so glad I found your channel. I bought a condo that was built in 1982, and let's just say she needs some TLC, starting with the outlets. I subscribed immediately,!😊

The only video that truly guided me in replacing my GFI outlet in our bathroom. Thank you so much!

Great video, You were very lucky the client cleared off the counter before you arrived.

Thank you for explaining that so clearly. I’ve watched other videos and no one explained it as clear as you did. I will definitely be able to switch mine out now.

But I like the idea you mentioned that the white goes on the ground side

Thank you danjiles. 👍👍👍

I’m a maintenance technician for a apartment complex. And I been watching you videos for a while now. I simple love them. Thank you.

This described how to find the Line side very well with the meter, thanks

EXCELLENT excellent video!!! Very informative and pretty much exactly what I was looking for to possibly replace a good portion of my old floor joists and a few of my rooms plywood flooring! I know it'll be a bit of work (especially by myself)...but... it's only a small 480 square foot house approx. 20' wide by 22' deep) and I think I could do a room/section at a time! And a structural engineer is a great idea as well!! Sincerely...THANK you again for the video!!! Don W., Ohio

Thank you for the info. I know where my mistakes were and since corrected them.

Hi Mr. Jiles, Great video! I did not know about Line/Load; thank you for your clear instructions. Best, Albert

Great explanation for wiring GFI's!

I truly thank you sir I was able to remove and replace my outlets

You are a great teacher Dan!

A great video Dan. It was really helpful for my GFCI replacement project.

How to Hook Up a GFCI Outlet Tools and Materials Needed: GFCI outlet Screwdriver Wire stripper Voltage tester Electrical tape Wire nuts Steps: Turn Off Power: Locate the circuit breaker that controls the outlet you’re replacing and switch it off. Use a voltage tester to ensure the power is off. Remove Old Outlet: Unscrew the cover plate and the screws holding the old outlet in place. Gently pull the outlet out of the electrical box. Identify Wires: You should see three sets of wires: a black (hot), a white (neutral), and a bare or green (ground) wire. Use the voltage tester to ensure there is no current. Prepare Wires: Straighten the ends of the wires using a wire stripper if necessary. Connect Wires to GFCI Outlet: Line Terminals: Connect the black (hot) wire to the brass “Line” terminal and the white (neutral) wire to the silver “Line” terminal. Load Terminals: If protecting additional outlets downstream, connect the black and white wires going to those outlets to the “Load” terminals. Ground Wire: Attach the ground wire to the green screw. Secure the GFCI Outlet: Gently fold the wires back into the electrical box and screw the GFCI outlet in place. Attach the cover plate. Restore Power: Turn the circuit breaker back on and test the GFCI outlet by pressing the “Test” and “Reset” buttons to ensure it functions properly. Summary of Excellent Result for the Customer After completing the installation of the GFCI outlet, the customer can expect an excellent result characterized by improved electrical safety and functionality. The GFCI outlet will provide crucial protection against electrical shocks by immediately shutting off power if it detects an imbalance in the current flow, which can happen if there’s a ground fault. This is particularly important in areas where water and electricity might come into contact, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor locations. Furthermore, the new GFCI outlet installation ensures compliance with current electrical codes, adding an extra layer of safety and potentially increasing the property’s value. The customer can confidently use their electrical appliances, knowing that the risk of electric shock is significantly reduced. The professional and neat installation also enhances the appearance and reliability of the home’s electrical system.

Great video👍 I learned a lot

Some companies use white silver screws for white side and brass golden for live.

Great instructions Crystal clear- Thank You

Thanks! Helped me replace one bypassing micro-text I couldn't see :)

Thank you for being so thorough in your explanation

Thanks Dan I did and tested wires like you said and it made it easy !

This was really good and informative. I was convinced that he would find no juice when he checked the load wires to confirm which the load wire from the line wires. The one problem with that check was switching the polarity from the volt meter..

Thank you so much sr , I hace to do one of those tomorow and I want to make sure to do all you did on the video ,

Thank You for explanation where to connect the power and where to connect the load and how , YOU ARE GREAT.

Good video! I'll have to use it for reference when I change the GFCI in the bathroom here. One thing though.... NO BUENO on the recording while driving!

Thank you for this video. I just successfully changed out a broken one in the kitchen.

Thank you Dan , I just learned some very important, how to wire GFCI .line voltage always make sure.👍😂

Great video. Thanks!

Thanks Dan for the gfi video

Thanks Dan. First time I needed to relpace this type outlet, your guidance really helped.

Thanks- this is great!

Thank you Thanos! 😊

Great video!!! Thank you!!

I think I may have wired mine upside down with the line loads switched. When I turned the power back on the light on the outlet was green but the outlet didn't work. Does this mean I've wrecked the new outlet I just bought?

Awesome video. Thanks

This really helped- I was able to a do a nice and clean replacement that works great for less than 20 bucks. Thank you!

Great video Dan! You ARE a KZfaq sensation :)

Love your detailed explanations! You the man!

Very helpful thank you very much

A great and detailed video thank you for this Dan!!!

This was so helpful

THANK YOU

Thank you MR Dan

Thank you

Thanks. This helped

thank u soo much. subscribed

You're the man Dan! 👍

Gfci on old house? Most plugs are two prong no grounding prong. I know its possible just want to verify procedure and i like your explination when teaching us.

Great GFI video. I actually think I can do this myself!

Good review..thanks

Good job.

Hi Dan. So I rewired my outlet and switch for my disposal. It used to be hard wired. In order to protect my disposal. I use the load side for the disposal and the line side from the switch?

What if you tested both line wires for a charge but one of them was a load wire. Would you still get a reading? Example, 1 black line mixed with a white load line, would it still read on the meter?

Is there a way to tell which is the line vs load white/ line vs load black wires to tell if someone may have accidentally switched them? For example, I saw in your video that you rotated the GFCI after you secured everything (with the ground on the bottom) and I'm thinking when my son replaced the GFCI that stopped working, he may have alternated them, forgetting about the rotation of the outlet itself because the new one still isn't working.

Hi Dan I have an older home with knob & tube wiring these only have 2 wires no ground can I still use these ? Thank you

Thank you so much for such a thorough video! I am having to replace one in my kitchen. Now I feel confident I won't #$@% it up!🤣Thanks again!!

It simple, hook it up to a metcury breaker in panel and use a neutral to carry half of the load back on all ac circits then also have a earth ground rod wired into panel on a earth grounf terminal thst is seperate osilated . Then wire to to nf breaker of the shortage tripping breaker. If not have the eatth ground rod isolated bar, you must make one, all usa panels are built wrong. Seperate the neutral from a earth ground terminal.

Should we connect the ground cable first?

thanks man.

WOW….Very Well Filmed and Explained….Thank You 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Great video. Helped me out alot. Thanks

Great video...how about if I reverse the line ?.. because the gfci doesn't work but when I check internally there is current...so do I need to check by pairs to know load and line wire...thank you have a blessed day and be blessed

I have a comment for you. Is there a way to find out how we could know really if the GFCI outlet that is not working anymore is going to need to be replaced or just to find the reason? Thanks in advance. Paul

I have a GFI that runs the hall lights and bathroom, do all outlets and switches need to be connected exactly right. Also I do not see a ground on the GFI in the bathroom. There is a pig tail besides the line and load wires, is this the ground?

My kitchen out put have three wires Black,White and Red and only one ground wire is connected from out put direct to J box.so what can I do with a Red wire.Thanks

Pull one line out and put one on the new one. And so on.

It's easier just to tell him that the hot side goes on the small plug or the right side gold side

Great video - thank you

Issue...I connected white and black line wires and lights go on normally but connecting a lamp to it doesn't power it..?, the other white wire has a load and not sure if it connects to the load connector on the GFCI or?

Does it matter where the line black wire goes in the brass hole ( as there two )

does it make any sense to install a GFCI somewhere other than close to a kitchen or bathroom sink? i have an older house that still has quite a few 2 prong outlets, am i better off replacing all the 2 prong outlets with 3 prong or should i also use GFCI's in some of the outlets?

Thank u sir

My gfi comes with a tiny green light build on it. But still not working. Even though the green light is lit. What could be wrong?

Anybody else can't stop staring at the bug?

thank you for the very clear instructions on replacing a GFCI outlet; I feel a little more confident in replacing one; is it unusual to have 2 GFCI OUTLETS IN A ROW- ONE IN THE KITCHEN FOLLOWED DOWN THE LINE TO THE BATHROOM- 1 GFCI IN THE KITCHEN SINK AREA --FOLLOWED BY A SECOND GFCI IN THE BATHROOM??- JUST CURIOUS?? THANK,S AGAIN Patrick.p

Cool

Over here you can set down electricity like that but in strange place don't because IDE can activate on power down or and up and so don't

I have two outlets like you that are next to the sink but they aren’t gfi. How do I know if they are on the same circuit or not? Trying to see if I need to install one or two gfci outlets

Also, I would like to see a video on rely switches. Like 2 switches that control 1 light

Only 2 wires to my gfi outlet. But then both on load and it doesn’t work. Any ideas?

Can I get that type of screwdriver for electricians in amszon

Does the LED green light stays on ?

I always test, (whatever I'm installing), before screwing it into the box.

I replaced my outlet in my bathroom but I did not turn the power off in the circuit panel,Is that really necessary ? I was wearing a rubber gloves and never touch the wire,Using an insulated long nose plier.I did it successfully without interrupting the power supply.Thank you.

How are you getting line voltage when the breaker is off?

What about one outlet not working in garage.