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Upgrade a 2 Prong Outlet With a New GFI

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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2 Prong Outlet to GFCI Upgrade - Introduction, Difficulty Level and Needed Tools

Ungrounded 2 Prong Outlet

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Introduction
This tutorial will walk you through how to improve the electrical safety in your home by easily replacing a 2 prong outlet with a new safe GFI. This safety upgrade should especially be done if the existing 2 prong outlet is near a sink, vanity or tub.
    Difficulty Level
  • Easy

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Index: Upgrade a 2 Prong Outlet With a New GFI

  1. 2 Prong Outlet to GFCI Upgrade - Introduction, Difficulty Level and Needed Tools
  2. Turn off Power
  3. Remove Old 2 Prong Outlet
  4. Confirm Space Adequacy for GFI in Outlet Box
  5. Connect Wires to GFI Receptacle
  6. Test GFI and Replace Cover Plate

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